Best 7 Slow Roasted Whole Salmon Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of a perfectly cooked whole salmon, a majestic dish that exudes elegance and tantalizes taste buds. This slow-roasted salmon recipe promises a moist, flaky fish with a crispy skin that shatters upon every bite. Accompanying the main event are three flavorful sauces: a classic lemon-butter sauce, a vibrant salsa verde, and a creamy dill sauce. Each sauce adds a unique dimension to the salmon, catering to diverse palates and preferences. The lemon-butter sauce brings a refreshing citrusy tang, the salsa verde bursts with herbaceous and tangy notes, and the creamy dill sauce offers a luscious and aromatic complement. Whether you seek a light and refreshing meal or a hearty and satisfying feast, this slow-roasted whole salmon with its trio of sauces will leave you utterly satisfied.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW ROASTED SALMON AND POTATOES RECIPE



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Tender, flakey slow-roasted salmon and potatoes. An easy dinner, flavored Mediterranean-style with fresh garlic, thyme, rosemary and a splash of lemon juice.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb baby potatoes, (scrubbed and cut in half)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tsp + 1 tbsp fresh thyme (divided)
2 tsp rosemary (dry rosemary) (divided)
5 garlic cloves (minced and divided)
Extra virgin olive oil
1 lb salmon fillet

Steps:

  • If you're making the potatoes, start by heating the oven to 450 degrees F. If not, skip to step 5.
  • Put the halved potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Season with kosher salt, black pepper, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme and 1 teaspoon dry rosemary. Add 2 teaspoons minced garlic and 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. Toss to make sure the potatoes are well coated.
  • Arrange the potatoes, cut side down, on a sheetpan or baking dish. Roast in the heated oven for about 25 minutes.
  • Remove the potatoes from the oven and push the potatoes to one side of your pan to make room for the salmon.
  • Turn the oven heat down to 250 degrees F. Wait for the heat to lower to this point.
  • Brush the bottom of the sheet pan where you made room for the salmon with a bit of extra virgin olive oil. Season the salmon with kosher salt on both sides and put it in the pan next to the potatoes.
  • Drizzle about 3 to 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over the salmon fillet. Spread the remaining fresh garlic on top (I use the back of a spoon to spread the garlic evenly all over the fish fillet). Sprinkle the remaining rosemary and fresh thyme.
  • Roast the salmon in the 250 degree F heated oven for 15-18 minutes for medium rare, or up to 25 minutes for medium, depending on thickness of fish (insert a fork in the thickest part of the salmon, it should meet no resistance and should flake easily). To be sure, insert an instant read thermometer in the thickest part of the fish, it is ready when the internal temperature registers 125 degrees F for a medium-cooked salmon.
  • Squeeze some fresh lemon juice on top of the salmon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Cholesterol 62.4 mg, Sodium 348 mg, Fiber 2.6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

WHOLE ROASTED SALMON



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 14 to 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 to 6 pounds whole salmon, scaled, gutted and washed
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
3 bunches fresh tarragon
2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced thin
8 large shallots, peeled and sliced
2 pound leeks, well washed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup white wine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Rub the salmon on all sides with 4 tablespoons of the oil and season inside and out with salt and pepper. Place the tarragon bunch inside the cavity of the fish. Put the vegetables in a large roasting pan coat with the remainder of the oil, season with salt and pepper and mix to combine. Place the salmon on the bed of vegetables. Sprinkle fish and vegetables with white wine. Place the roasting pan in the oven and cook for 45 minutes or until the fish is thoroughly cooked. About 15 minutes for every inch of fish.
  • Carefully lift the fish out of the pan and place on a platter along with the roasted vegetables.
  • Serve by portioning out the fish using two large spoons: filleting as you go first the top fillet, discard the center bone and then serve the bottom fillet.

SLOW ROASTED MUSTARD SALMON



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 fennel bulb, sliced into rings, fronds reserved for garnish
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional to finish
One 4-pound skin-on fillet of salmon, pin bones removed
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup whole-grain mustard
3 teaspoon fennel seeds, toasted and crushed
2 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds, toasted and crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Place the slices of fennel in the middle of a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil. Place the fillet of salmon skin-side down on top of the bed of fennel and sprinkle it with the salt. Spread the mustard evenly over the top of the salmon and sprinkle with the fennel and coriander seeds. Press gently to help the seeds adhere.
  • Roast until a fork inserts easily in the thickest part of the fish and the flesh flakes, approximately 1 hour. Remove the salmon to a platter. Sprinkle with the fennel fronds and drizzle with olive oil.

ROASTED SALMON



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Cooking whole sides of salmon for a centrepiece is a sociable and special way of eating

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Buffet, Lunch, Main course

Time 1h20m

Yield Serves 6 generously

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 x 2kg/4lb 8oz salmon , filleted to give two sides, skin on
1 lemon , sliced
good handful mixed herbs such as parsley , dill, chervil or tarragon
2 bay leaves
1-2 shallots , thinly sliced
splash white wine

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Sit one of the salmon fillets, skin-side down, on a large sheet of foil or baking parchment. Scatter with the lemon slices, herbs, shallots and seasoning, then sit the second fillet on top - skin-side up. Tie in 2-3 places with string to secure, splash with wine and fold up the foil or paper to seal. Can be chilled for up to 3 hrs.
  • Place on a baking sheet and bake for 50 mins-1 hr until the salmon is cooked through - check by poking a knife into the fillets and making sure the flesh flakes easily. Serve in foil or paper on a serving plate, or carefully lift out using a couple of fish slices. Slice into portions and serve with the Lemon & chive mayonnaise and New potatoes 'Lyonnaise' (see 'Goes well with' recipes) and half-steamed broccoli (see below).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606 calories, Fat 37 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Protein 68 grams protein, Sodium 0.39 milligram of sodium

SLOW-ROASTED SALMON



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We cooked with wild salmon. Alaskan sockeye has a rich flavor; king is pricier and fattier. If you like, try Tasmanian ocean trout as an alternative. Make tabbouleh salad, and toast pita bread to serve with the salmon.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Salmon Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 plum tomato, finely chopped
1/2 seedless orange, with rind, finely chopped
1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek chile paste
6 (6-ounce) wild salmon fillets
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
  • Mix together tomato, orange, and chile paste. Cut a 1-inch slit down the center of the flesh side of each salmon fillet. Season with salt, and spoon tomato mixture into slits.
  • Place in a large baking dish, mixture side up. Roast in oven for 25 minutes, until opaque on outside with a pinkish center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

SLOW-BAKED SALMON WITH LEMON AND THYME



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Baking salmon in a low-temperature oven slowly melts the fat between the flesh and leaves the fillets incredibly moist and tender. Lemon and thyme, a classic Mediterranean combination, add another layer of flavor without sacrificing this dish's elegant simplicity.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Fish     Bake     Easter     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Mother's Day     Father's Day     Dinner     Lemon     Salmon     Healthy     Thyme     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
4 6-to 8-ounces boneless salmon fillets, skin on
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
Zest of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 lemon wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Brush with 1/2 tablespoon oil. Place salmon fillets, skin side down, on prepared baking sheet. Mix remaining oil, thyme, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Spread thyme mixture over salmon fillets, dividing equally. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Bake salmon until just opaque in center, 15-18 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.

SALMON WITH WHOLE LEMON DRESSING



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Roasting salmon low and slow in one large piece means just cooked, perfectly medium-rare salmon every time. In a pinch, this recipe would work with pre-portioned salmon fillets, but make sure they are at least an inch thick, and decrease the cooking time by about 5 to 8 minutes. The lemon dressing here is tangy, floral and, yes, a little bitter (as the whole lemon is involved, pith and all). If that's not your preferred flavor profile, feel free to only use the zest and juice.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     dinner, weekday, seafood, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lemons, seeds removed, peel, pith and fruit finely chopped
1 small shallot or garlic clove, finely chopped
3 oregano, marjoram or thyme sprigs, leaves stripped and chopped
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 pounds skin-on salmon fillet (skinless is fine in a pinch)
1 head butter or Little Gem lettuce, torn into large pieces
2 Persian cucumbers or radishes, or both, sliced, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees. In a small bowl, combine finely chopped lemon, shallot, oregano and vinegar for the dressing. Season with salt and pepper, and add 1/4 cup olive oil. Set aside.
  • Season salmon on both sides with salt and pepper. Place skin-side down in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish (or other 2-quart equivalent). Spoon half the lemon dressing over the salmon, and place in the oven until salmon is just cooked through but still a nice orange-pink in the thickest parts for more of a medium-rare salmon, 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet.
  • Meanwhile, scatter lettuces onto a large serving platter. Once salmon is out of the oven, use a spoon or spatula to transfer it to the serving platter with the lettuces, leaving behind the skin. Spoon remaining lemon dressing over the salmon and lettuces. Serve alongside cucumbers or radishes, or both, for crunch.

Tips:

  • Choose the right salmon: Look for a whole salmon that is fresh and has bright, clear eyes. The fish should also be firm to the touch and have a mild, fresh smell.
  • Prepare the salmon: Rinse the salmon under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Remove the fins and scales, and then score the skin in a few places to help the seasonings penetrate.
  • Season the salmon: Rub the salmon with olive oil and then season it with salt, pepper, and any other desired herbs or spices. You can also stuff the salmon with herbs, citrus slices, or vegetables.
  • Roast the salmon: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the salmon on a roasting rack in a baking sheet and roast it for 15-20 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the salmon rest: Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute and keep the fish moist.

Conclusion:

Slow-roasted whole salmon is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to prepare and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning and effort, you can create a restaurant-quality salmon dish that your family and friends will love.

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