Lose Weight, Fight Depression, and Boost Your Energy With 18 Salmon Recipes

Jeremy Simons

With depression-fighting, mood-boosting omega-3s (plus anti-anxiety magnesium), immune-system-fortifying selenium, tons of protein for building strong muscles, and ample amounts of B vitamins for energy, salmon is truly a superfood (make sure you opt for wild-caught!) It's a lean, low-calorie choice for weight loss, has a high amount of BCAAs for muscle recovery, and makes for a delicious main course or addition to salads.

Baked Salmon and Veggie Dinner
POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Baked Salmon and Veggie Dinner

Pan-Seared Salmon With Asparagus, Arugula, and Zucchini
Cooking For Keeps

Pan-Seared Salmon With Asparagus, Arugula, and Zucchini

Smoked Salmon Sandwich With Avocado and Wasabi
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Smoked Salmon Sandwich With Avocado and Wasabi

Salmon en Papillote With Cherry Tomatoes and Fennel
Cooking For Keeps

Salmon en Papillote With Cherry Tomatoes and Fennel

Salmon Buckwheat Bowl With Pesto
POPSUGAR Photography | Nicole Perry

Salmon Buckwheat Bowl With Pesto

Salmon Cakes
POPSUGAR Photography | Lauren Hendrickson

Salmon Cakes

Get the recipe: salmon cakes

Kayla Itsines's Salmon Burger
Jeremy Simons

Kayla Itsines's Salmon Burger

Grilled Salmon Tacos With Peach and Cucumber Salsa
Lieslicious

Grilled Salmon Tacos With Peach and Cucumber Salsa

Honey-Garlic-Thyme Salmon Baked in Foil
Damn Delicious

Honey-Garlic-Thyme Salmon Baked in Foil

Greek Salmon Salad
Cooking Classy

Greek Salmon Salad

Get the recipe: Greek salmon salad

Crispy Coconut Kale With Salmon and Rice
Food52 | James Ransom

Crispy Coconut Kale With Salmon and Rice

Spiralized Sushi Bowl With Salmon Sashimi and Ginger-Miso Dressing
Inspiralized

Spiralized Sushi Bowl With Salmon Sashimi and Ginger-Miso Dressing

One-Pan Parmesan Salmon With Broccoli
Cooking Classy

One-Pan Parmesan Salmon With Broccoli

Salmon With Crispy Cabbage and Kale
POPSUGAR Photography | Nicole Perry

Salmon With Crispy Cabbage and Kale

The Ivy's Grilled Vegetable and Salmon Salad
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The Ivy's Grilled Vegetable and Salmon Salad