29 Recipes for Canned Salmon That Come to the Pantry Meal Rescue

Felicia Lim
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This canned salmon pasta recipe is fast, fresh, light, and uses a handful of everyday ingredients. It's ready in about 20 minutes!

Get the recipe: Canned Salmon Pasta

Having a fully-stocked pantry is always handy, especially when you're stuck at home and can't go to the supermarket, or when you simply need to save money and don't want to eat out or order takeout.

Apart from having dried grains such as rice, quinoa, beans and flour, canned foods are highly convenient. And pantry meals are often a budget-friendly solution to the "what's for dinner question" and much easier to make!

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One of our favorite canned foods to have on hand is canned salmon. Rich in Omega 3s, full of flavor and so incredibly versatile, canned salmon has definitely become more and more popular lately, especially when you don't have fresh salmon available, but still want to make salmon recipes.

Plus with the rise of the tinned fish trend, everyone is looking to other canned fish to use in seafood meals like canned salmon, mussels, scallops and more—that go beyond tuna.

Related: The Best Sides to Go With Salmon

What To Do With Canned Salmon

Canned Salmon can be used in quick pasta suppers, tossed in light salmon salads, made into salmon cakes or patties and obviously used to make Emily Mariko's TikTok Salmon Rice Bowl gone viral.

Related: The Best Healthy Salmon Recipes

Best Canned Salmon Recipes

Before you go passing up canned salmon for fresh, or its counterpart (canned tuna), consider all of the easy, nutritious, delicious meals you can make with a tin of canned salmon.

Related: The Best Air Fryer Salmon Recipe

From salads such as salmon and dill salad and canned salmon potato salad to appetizers such as smoked salmon mousse and stuffed salmon avocados, to mains like salmon burgers with garlic yogurt and canned salmon pasta, there's plenty of inspiration in this list of 29 best canned salmon recipes.

<p>iStock</p><p>Used canned salmon instead of fresh and make this wildly viral TikTok salmon rice bowl!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="/1272798/kavitharamaswamy/tiktok-salmon-rice-bowl/" data-ylk="slk:Tik Tok Salmon Rice Bowl;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Tik Tok Salmon Rice Bowl</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/55-air-fryer-fish-recipes-140215764.html" data-ylk="slk:55 Best Air Fryer Fish Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">55 Best Air Fryer Fish Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Ben Rayl</p><p>These salmon patties are amazing. Something about the crispiness of the patties and the zesty tartar sauce—yum.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/841227/benrayl/perfectly-delicious-salmon-patties/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Perfectly Delicious Salmon Patties;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Perfectly Delicious Salmon Patties</a></strong></p>
<p>Metemgee</p><p>Salmon sautéed with fresh herbs and veggies is a delicious way to reinvent canned salmon.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://metemgee.com/2020/03/23/sauteed-canned-salmon/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sautéed Canned Salmon;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Sautéed Canned Salmon</a></strong></p>
<p>Melissa d'Arabian</p><p>These savory salmon cakes are healthy, easy and delicious.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="/841261/sphillips/melissa-darabians-salmon-cakes/" data-ylk="slk:Easy Salmon Cakes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Salmon Cakes</a></strong></p>

Melissa d'Arabian

These savory salmon cakes are healthy, easy and delicious.

Get the recipe: Easy Salmon Cakes

<p>Christina Sachin</p><p>With this kale, salmon and egg power breakfast, you might have your most productive morning ever.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="/296004/schristina1127/egg-and-salmon-breakfast-scramble/" data-ylk="slk:Egg and Salmon Breakfast Scramble;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Egg and Salmon Breakfast Scramble</a></strong></p>
<p>Muy Bueno Cookbook</p><p>Transform affordable canned salmon into an exotic, zesty, flavorful salmon ceviche salad by adding fresh lime juice and diced cucumber, tomato, jalape?o and cilantro. This recipe is so delicious and healthy!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://muybuenocookbook.com/canned-salmon-salad-ceviche/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Canned Salmon Salad (Ceviche Style);elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Canned Salmon Salad (Ceviche Style)</a></strong></p>
<p>The Defined Dish</p><p>A simply delicious easy salmon and dill salad that is perfect for grab-and-go lunches and takes about five minutes to make.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://thedefineddish.com/easy-salmon-and-dill-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Salmon and Dill Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Easy Salmon and Dill Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Walder Wellness</p><p>This easy eggs benedict recipe is made with canned salmon and a lighter homemade herby hollandaise sauce. It’s a delicious and healthy brunch option, rich in protein, heart-healthy omega-3s and lots of greens.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.walderwellness.com/canned-salmon-eggs-benedict-herby-hollandaise/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Eggs Benedict with Canned Salmon and Herby Hollandaise;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Eggs Benedict with Canned Salmon and Herby Hollandaise</a></strong></p>
<p>4 Sons R Us</p><p>Salmon salad spread is a versatile alternative to tuna salad. This yummy spread is the perfect, budget-friendly filling for sandwiches, spread for bagels or appetizer dip!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://4sonrus.com/salmon-salad-spread/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Salmon Salad Spread;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Salmon Salad Spread</a></strong></p>
<p>Walder Wellness</p><p>This healthy canned salmon potato salad recipe is made with canned salmon, hard-boiled eggs, and Greek yogurt instead of mayo, this side dish is high in protein and essential nutrients. Gluten-free and ready in 30 minutes!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.walderwellness.com/healthy-canned-salmon-potato-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Healthy Canned Salmon Potato Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Healthy Canned Salmon Potato Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Fit Foodie Finds</p><p>These stuffed avocado boats are packed with a salmon salad that is made with canned salmon, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and other fresh ingredients. It’s a perfect high-protein snack or lunch!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://fitfoodiefinds.com/video-healthy-salmon-avocado-boats/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Stuffed Salmon Avocados;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Stuffed Salmon Avocados</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/70-best-avocado-recipes-nutrient-170643848.html" data-ylk="slk:70 Best Avocado Recipes For a Nutrient-Packed Meal;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">70 Best Avocado Recipes For a Nutrient-Packed Meal</a></strong></p>
<p>Fusion Craftiness</p><p>A super quick 3-minute salmon pate recipe that will surely delight your guests and as a special treat for you too! Just a handful of ingredients mixed into a bowl and you are done!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.fusioncraftiness.com/3-minute-salmon-pate/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Canned Salmon Pate;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Canned Salmon Pate</a></strong></p>
<p>Simply Recipes</p><p>Salmon macaroni salad with canned salmon, ready in 30 min! A quick and easy pantry dinner or lunch that's great for making ahead too.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/salmon_macaroni_salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Salmon Macaroni Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Salmon Macaroni Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Goodness Avenue</p><p>Epic, healthy, gluten-free spinach feta salmon burgers ready in 20 minutes. These are the easiest and tastiest healthy salmon burgers made with canned salmon and cooked on the stovetop.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://goodnessavenue.com/spinach-feta-salmon-burgers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Spinach Feta Salmon Burgers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Spinach Feta Salmon Burgers</a></strong></p>
<p>Recommended.Tips</p><p>These keto salmon patties are beyond incredible and are true to their word of being quick and easy thanks to canned salmon.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://recommended.tips/keto-salmon-patties-with-canned-meat/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Keto Salmon Patties;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Keto Salmon Patties</a></strong></p>
<p>These Old Cookbooks</p><p>Salmon quiche is a new version of a classic quiche using canned salmon, mozzarella cheese, eggs and heavy cream. It's fancy enough for a party, yet down to earth and quick to prepare.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.theseoldcookbooks.com/salmon-quiche/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Salmon Quiche;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Salmon Quiche</a></strong></p>
<p>South Your Mouth</p><p>This easy, smokey salmon spread is perfect with crackers or cruditées.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.southyourmouth.com/2015/01/salmon-spread.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Salmon Spread;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Salmon Spread</a></strong></p>

South Your Mouth

This easy, smokey salmon spread is perfect with crackers or cruditées.

Get the recipe: Salmon Spread

<p>Healthy Recipes</p><p>An easy 20-minute recipe for smoked salmon mousse made with cream cheese and served on cucumber slices.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://healthyrecipesblogs.com/smoked-salmon-mousse/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Smoked Salmon Mousse;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Smoked Salmon Mousse</a></strong></p>
<p>Mom's Dish</p><p>This 15-minute canned salmon dip recipe is so creamy, flavorful and full of texture. Perfect as a spread on bagels or as a dip for your favorite crackers!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://momsdish.com/15-minute-canned-salmon-dip" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:15-Minute Canned Salmon Dip;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">15-Minute Canned Salmon Dip</a></strong></p>
<p>Lord Byron's Kitchen</p><p>Served warm or hot, salmon and asparagus pasta salad is a complete meal with so much flavor and texture!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.lordbyronskitchen.com/salmon-and-asparagus-pasta-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Salmon and Asparagus Pasta Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Salmon and Asparagus Pasta Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>A Taste for Travel</p><p>This unbelievably easy recipe for canned salmon impossible pie is healthy, economical and takes just 10 minutes to put together!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.atastefortravel.ca/16939-canned-salmon-impossible-pie/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Canned Salmon Impossible Pie;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Canned Salmon Impossible Pie</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/85-amazing-pie-recipes-youll-224703071.html" data-ylk="slk:85 Best Pie Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">85 Best Pie Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>The Cook Report</p><p>These salmon burgers are so quick to make! Use canned or leftover salmon and you'll have this amazing dinner on the table in 15 minutes.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://thecookreport.co.uk/15-minute-salmon-burgers-garlic-yoghurt/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:15-Minute Salmon Burgers with Garlic Yogurt;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">15-Minute Salmon Burgers with Garlic Yogurt</a></strong></p>
<p>These salmon cakes made with leftover mashed potatoes and canned salmon are cheap and cheerful.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://vikalinka.com/salmon-cakes-and-a-lesson-on-the-virtue-of-frugality/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Canned Salmon Cakes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Canned Salmon Cakes</a></strong></p>
<p>Salt and Lavender</p><p>This salmon salad is made with canned salmon and comes together quickly! It's similar to tuna salad, so it's great in sandwiches for easy lunches.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.saltandlavender.com/canned-salmon-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Canned Salmon Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Canned Salmon Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Sweet Peas and Saffron</p><p>Golden and crispy, these air fryer salmon patties cut down on the oil and deliver a big flavor! Made with canned salmon, they are a great way to cook from your pantry.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://sweetpeasandsaffron.com/air-fryer-salmon-patties/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Air Fryer Salmon Patties;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Air Fryer Salmon Patties</a></strong></p>
<p>African Bites</p><p>Salmon Croquettes are pan-fried, protein-packed, breadcrumbed rolls made with salmon and aromatic herbs. Crispy on the outside with a soft and tender center. They make a quick and tasty appetizer, breakfast or dinner fix.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.africanbites.com/salmon-croquettes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Salmon Croquettes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Salmon Croquettes</a></strong></p>
<p>Salmon loaf is one of those classic retro recipes that's still just as delicious today as it was when our Grandma made them! Try this instead of salmon cakes—it's easier than frying up individual cakes and bakes up great!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.thekitchenmagpie.com/salmon-loaf/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Salmon Loaf;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Salmon Loaf</a></strong></p>
<p>Salt and Lavender</p><p>This salmon patties recipe is an inexpensive pantry meal that's ready in just 30 minutes! They're ultra crispy on the outside, flaky and moist inside and supremely flavorful with fresh herbs.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.saltandlavender.com/salmon-patties/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Salmon Patties;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Salmon Patties</a></strong></p>
<p>Salt and Lavender</p><p>This canned salmon pasta recipe is fast, fresh, light and uses a handful of everyday ingredients. It's ready in about 20 minutes!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.saltandlavender.com/canned-salmon-pasta/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Canned Salmon Pasta;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Canned Salmon Pasta</a></strong></p>

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