This versatile fish is the star of some of our favorite weeknight and special occasion salmon dishes.
After deciding on the main dish, choosing what to serve alongside this rich-tasting fish can be a challenge.
It feels like the options are endless.
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topped with a salmon fillet for a dinner party.
Pair with a simple green salad for a gorgeous plate.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
These crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts are one of our go-to fall side dishes.
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Just be sure to plan your dinner accordingly so that you could serve them immediately to maintain their texture.
We loved this salad.
I’ve made it several times.
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Always a hit, wrote one reviewer who left the recipe five stars.
Grilled Asparagus
Grilling your salmon?
Go ahead and throw your vegetables on the grate beside your main.
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Select medium-sized (or jumbo when in season) asparagus for the best-grilled asparagus.
They will hold up much better on the grill.
It pairs particularly well with baked or grilled salmon and complements your everyday ham sandwich or chicken salad.
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It just may outshine the main dish.
Asparagus Gratin
Meet a delicious way to showcase fresh farmers' market asparagus.
Spring vegetables get a makeover that assembles in just 20 minutes.
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Just double-check not to overcrowd the pan so each piece gets enough airflow.
This well-seasoned dish includes garlic powder, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper.
Oven-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Simple but satisfying, there’s a reason baked potatoes are a dinnertime staple.
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Choose sweet potatoes with similar sizes so they bake evenly.
Feel free to personalize your toppings from fresh chives to bacon bits.
Enjoy fresh flavors, including corn, tomatoes, lima beans, and okra.
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A little bit of cream cheese makes in creamy while honey adds just a touch of sweetness.
Air-Fryer Zucchini Chips
Serve a side of chips, but healthier.
Cut the chips relatively uniformly so they cook evenly in your air fryer.
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Serve with marinara sauce.
If you have any leftovers, make a great breakfast hash the next day.
Garnish with crispy thyme sprigs.
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This Brussels sprout slaw is crunchy, but substituting the traditional ingredients help create a unique blend of flavors.
After mixing the ingredients, let it sit for five minutes before serving to allow the flavors to marry.
Top this dish with crunchy, buttery crackers.
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Pairing them with a helping of salmon is an excellent way to switch things up.
Try jazzing up your hush puppies with bacon, caramelized onions, jalapenos, and corn.
Upgrade your corn-on-the-cob with customizable toppings.
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Each bite will be crispy, crunchy, salty, and buttery.
This recipe makes the most of your pantry staples.
Before cooking, break or snap off the asparagus' hard ends and trim the feathery tips.
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Red onion and a lemon vinaigrette provide a zingy bite that pairs perfectly with rich, fatty salmon.
Garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving.
Top with crispy bacon and toss it in a warm dressing made from the bacon drippings.
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Add salt and pepper to taste.
Toss the cucumbers in olive oil, mustard, and vinegar.
This side dish is tangy and refreshing, ideal for summer dinners.
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Heirloom Tomato Salad
This heirloom tomato salad assembles in only 10 minutes of hands-on time.
The dish showcases sweet seasonal vegetables dressed in a mustardy vinaigrette.
Toss the heirloom tomatoes in the dressing and let it sit for about 20 minutes before serving.
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Drizzle with vinegar, mustard, honey, and fresh orange juice dressing.
Toss and serve immediately.
Serve it alongside barbecue dishes, salmon, or at tailgate parties.
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Smoked ham hocks, onion, bacon drippings, and garlic enriches the smoky flavoring of field peas.
Add salt and pepper for the finishing touch.
Top with crumbled bacon slices.
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Permanent Slaw
This vinegar-based dish is tender and tangy.
Finely shredded cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and sweet onions make this dish delicate and delicious.
The longer it sits in the vinegar dressing, the more flavorful it becomes.
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Corn-And-Tomato Salad
Prepare this summer side in only 15 minutes.
Make this salad in advance, as it will get more flavorful the longer it sits.
Combine sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, salty cheese, and a creamy Mayonnaise dressing.
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The fried herbs add an irresistible crunch.
A squeeze of lemon brightens the flavor and balances the fatty richness of salmon perfectly.
The honey and spice dressing adds an extra layer of flavor.
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Garnish with freshly sliced chives.
Reserve the fresh dill to add just before serving.
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