How to Reheat Salmon (3 easy methods)

Making salmon for dinner is a quick & easy, healthy, and delicious way to make an effortless meal look elegant. But how do you reheat salmon without drying it out? This post will teach you how to reheat salmon using 3 easy methods, ensuring success for your leftover salmon.

There's something so enticing about the moist fattiness of salmon, whether you're making miso butter salmon, gochujang salmon, or spinach stuffed salmon.

Besides being delicious, salmon is high in protein, contains omega-3 fatty acids, and is nutrient-rich, making it a healthy protein option for any meal.

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• ⭐️ The Best Way to Reheat Salmon
• 🐟 How to Reheat Salmon in the Oven
• 🐟 How to Reheat Salmon in the Air Fryer
• 🐟 How to Reheat Salmon in the Microwave
• 🐟 How to Reheat Smoked Salmon
• 🍽 How to Store Salmon
• 👩🏼‍🍳 Expert Tips
• 🥗 How to Use Leftover Salmon
• 🍽 Related Recipes
• How to Reheat Salmon

⭐️ The Best Way to Reheat Salmon

Cooking salmon is fairly easy, but reheating it is another thing. If you reheat it too much, it can easily dry out, making it tough and chewy.

If you've got 15 minutes to spare, the absolute best way to reheat salmon is in the oven. The key is to cook it at a lower temperature for a longer period of time.

🐟 How to Reheat Salmon in the Oven

Reheating salmon in the oven is the best overall method for warming up your salmon while still keeping it tender and moist. You can also reheat several fillets at a time this way, just be sure to go low and slow.

1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Place salmon onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2. To prevent them from drying out, you can add 1 teaspoon of butter, olive oil, lemon juice, or water to the tops of the fillets.
3. Cover loosely with foil, or wrap each fillet completely in foil.
4. Reheat for 15 minutes, until heated through or until it reaches an internal temperature of 125 to 130 degrees F. Serve warm.

🐟 How to Reheat Salmon in the Air Fryer

If you have an air fryer, this method will save you some time compared to using the oven, and it will also produce a crispy exterior on your fish.

1. Preheat air fryer to 360 degrees F.
2. Place salmon skin-side down on parchment-lined (air fryer-safe) dish and cover with foil.
3. Warm for 5 minutes, until heated through, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 125 to 130 degrees F.

🐟 How to Reheat Salmon in the Microwave

Try to avoid reheating salmon in the microwave if you can, as it is likely to dry out your salmon due to the high heat. Many folks also find the smell of microwaved fish to be very unpleasant. However, if it's your only option, follow the below instructions for the best results:

1. Place salmon on a microwave-safe dish and add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, olive oil, or water to the top of your fillet.
2. Cover it with a microwave-safe lid and reheat it at 30% power for 30 seconds.
3. Flip the salmon over and repeat the same instructions on the other side.

🐟 How to Reheat Smoked Salmon

1. Preheat your oven to 300 degrees F.
2. Place salmon on parchment or foil-lined baking sheet and add a drizzle of olive oil. Cover loosely with foil.
3. Warm the salmon for 10 minutes.

🍽 How to Store Salmon

To store leftover salmon, place it in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

To freeze salmon, once it's completely cooled, transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw, place it in the fridge overnight.

👩🏼‍🍳 Expert Tips

• Go low and slow. When reheating salmon, the best advice is to aim for a lower temperature over a longer period of time to prevent drying it out.
• Cover it. Whether you're using foil, plastic wrap, or a microwave-safe lid, always cover your salmon when reheating to keep it as moist as possible.
• Eat it cold. Skip the reheating altogether, and repurpose your cold salmon by adding it to a salad, grain bowl, eggs, or even tossing it into a bowl of cold noodles.
• Avoid the microwave if possible. Because it uses a very high heat, the microwave will dry out your leftover salmon more than any other method described here. But if it's the only option available, be sure to follow my instructions for the best results.

🥗 How to Use Leftover Salmon

Besides being delicious, easy, and healthy, salmon is a very versatile protein that can be served so many ways. Here are a few suggestions:

• Bread. Pair salmon with sourdough cornbread, dinner rolls, or biscuits.
• Eggs. Add leftover salmon to scrambled eggs, omelettes, or even quiche.
• Potatoes. Serve accompanied by mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, or sauteed sweet potatoes.
• Pasta. Toss cooked salmon into your favorite pasta or noodle dish for extra protein.
• Vegetables. Pair with your favorite vegetable side dish, like roasted carrots and green beans, broccoli, squash, or Brussels sprouts.
• Salad. Add cold (cooked) salmon to a salad, or serve it with a delicious and healthy side salad, like shaved fennel salad or roasted cauliflower salad.

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