20 Flavorful Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Salmon

There’s something so refreshing about a dish that feels light, bright, and flavorful while still being incredibly easy to make, and this Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Salmon is exactly that kind of recipe for me. I love how the slow cooker gently cooks the salmon until it’s perfectly tender and flaky, all while letting the lemon, garlic, and herbs melt into the fish. The flavors are clean, zesty, and comforting in the simplest way.

What makes this recipe even better is how effortless it is. I can add everything to the slow cooker, walk away, and come back to a salmon dinner that tastes like it was cooked with so much care. It’s perfect for busy days, healthy weeknight meals, or anytime I want something that feels fresh but requires almost no work.

Whether I serve it with rice, roasted veggies, or a simple salad, this lemon garlic salmon always turns out beautifully flavorful and satisfying.

Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Salmon

Lemon Garlic Salmon Rice Bowls

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These bowls are bright, cozy, and full of fresh lemon-garlic flavor. The tender salmon pairs perfectly with warm rice.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon juice

• Garlic

• Rice

• Parsley

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Rice Bowls

• Add salmon, garlic, and lemon to slow cooker

• Cook until flaky

• Serve salmon over rice with parsley

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 420 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon & Roasted Potato Bowls

Warm roasted potatoes pair perfectly with flaky lemon garlic salmon for a cozy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Potatoes

• Olive oil

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon & Roasted Potato Bowls

• Slow cook salmon with garlic and lemon

• Roast potatoes

• Serve salmon over potatoes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 460 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Couscous Bowls

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Couscous absorbs the lemony juices beautifully, making this light and flavorful bowl perfect for easy meals.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Couscous

• Parsley

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Couscous Bowls

• Cook salmon until flaky

• Prepare couscous

• Add salmon and parsley on top

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 380 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Stir-Fry

This bright stir-fry mixes flaky salmon with crisp veggies and a lemony finish.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Mixed veggies

• Olive oil

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Stir-Fry

• Slow cook salmon and flake

• Stir-fry veggies

• Add salmon with lemon

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 350 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Sliders

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Mini sandwiches with tender salmon and bright lemon flavor—perfect for gatherings or easy lunches.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Slider buns

• Lettuce

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Sliders

• Shred cooked salmon

• Add to slider buns

• Top with lettuce

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 330 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Stuffed Peppers

A fresh, colorful dish where salmon and grains tuck perfectly into sweet bell peppers.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Bell peppers

• Rice or quinoa

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Stuffed Peppers

• Cook salmon and flake

• Fill peppers with rice and salmon

• Bake until tender

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 400 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Orzo Bowls

Creamy orzo and lemony salmon create a silky, comforting dish that feels special yet simple.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Orzo

• Herbs

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Orzo Bowls

• Slow cook salmon

• Prepare orzo

• Combine salmon and orzo with herbs

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 440 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Avocado Bowls

Creamy avocado pairs beautifully with bright lemon garlic salmon for a rich yet refreshing bowl.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Avocado

• Greens

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Avocado Bowls

• Flake cooked salmon

• Add to greens

• Top with avocado and lemon

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 390 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Noodle Stir-Fry

 

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A cozy, flavorful noodle dish with tender lemon-garlic infused salmon.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Noodles

• Veggies

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Noodle Stir-Fry

• Cook salmon until flaky

• Boil noodles

• Stir together with veggies and lemon

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 430 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Sweet Potato Bowls

The sweetness of the potatoes contrasts perfectly with bright lemon and savory garlic.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Sweet potatoes

• Olive oil

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Sweet Potato Bowls

• Cook and flake salmon

• Roast sweet potatoes

• Combine together with lemon

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 450 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Breakfast Hash

 

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A fresh, protein-packed breakfast with salmon, potatoes, and vibrant lemon flavor.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Potatoes

• Spinach

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Breakfast Hash

• Cook salmon and flake

• Fry potatoes

• Add spinach and salmon

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 420 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon & Veggie Plates

Light, colorful, and nourishing—this simple plate makes dinner feel effortless and fresh.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Carrots

• Green beans

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon & Veggie Plates

• Cook salmon with lemon and garlic

• Steam veggies

• Plate salmon with warm vegetables

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 380 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Pasta

This pasta is silky, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with bright lemon and tender salmon flakes.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Pasta

• Parmesan

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Pasta

• Slow cook salmon until flaky

• Boil pasta

• Toss pasta with salmon and lemon sauce

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 460 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Salad Bowls

Fresh greens paired with flaky lemon garlic salmon make a delicious, healthy meal.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Mixed greens

• Cucumbers

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Salad Bowls

• Cook salmon and flake gently

• Add on top of greens

• Drizzle extra lemon over salad

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 310 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Tacos

These tacos are refreshing, flavorful, and surprisingly easy. The lemon brings a zesty twist to classic tacos.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Tortillas

• Cabbage slaw

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Tacos

• Cook salmon until flaky

• Add to tortillas

• Top with slaw and extra lemon

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 360 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowls

A nourishing bowl filled with protein and bright flavor—great for lunches or meal prep.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Quinoa

• Spinach

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Quinoa Bowls

• Slow cook salmon

• Prepare quinoa

• Add salmon and spinach on top

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 390 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Flatbread

A simple yet elegant meal with warm flatbread, flaky salmon, and fresh herbs.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Flatbread

• Dill

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Flatbread

• Cook salmon and flake

• Add salmon onto warmed flatbread

• Sprinkle dill and lemon

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 430 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon Grain Bowls

A hearty bowl that combines whole grains, tender salmon, and bright lemon flavor.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Farro or barley

• Veggies

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Grain Bowls

• Cook salmon with garlic

• Prepare grains

• Add salmon and veggies over grains

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 440 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Lemon Garlic Salmon wraps

These wraps are light, refreshing, and perfect for quick handheld meals.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Tortillas

• Lettuce

Steps to Make Lemon Garlic Salmon Wraps

• Cook salmon and flake

• Add to tortilla with lettuce

• Squeeze extra lemon before rolling

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 350 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

Creamy Lemon Garlic Salmon Bowls

A richer version with a touch of cream that blends beautifully with lemon and garlic.
Ingredients:

• Salmon

• Lemon

• Garlic

• Cream

• Rice or pasta

Steps to Make Creamy Lemon Garlic Salmon Bowls

• Cook salmon with lemon and garlic

• Stir in a splash of cream

• Add over rice or pasta

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• approx. 470 calories
  A creamy and colorful dip that brings a cheerful, festive touch to your holiday spread.

FAQ 

Can I put salmon directly in the slow cooker without liquid?

Yes, but adding lemon juice or broth helps keep the salmon tender and prevents drying.

Will the salmon fall apart in the slow cooker?

It becomes very tender, but if cooked on low, it holds together well. Cooking on high can make it flakier.

Should I remove the skin before cooking?

You can do either. Leaving the skin on helps the salmon hold its shape, but it can be removed after cooking.

Can I use frozen salmon?

Yes! Just add a little extra cooking time and make sure pieces are separated in the crockpot.

How long does salmon cook in the slow cooker?

Typically 1.5–2.5 hours on low. Salmon cooks much faster than meats like chicken or beef.

Does the lemon flavor become too strong?

No, it blends gently with the garlic and herbs. You can reduce the lemon if you prefer a milder taste.

Can I add vegetables to cook with the salmon?

Yes—potatoes, green beans, asparagus, zucchini, and broccoli all work well. Add delicate veggies near the end.

How do I keep the salmon from overcooking?

Check it early, around the 1.5-hour mark. Slow cookers vary, and salmon cooks quickly.

Can I use bottled lemon juice?

Yes, but fresh lemon gives the brightest flavor and best aroma.

What can I serve with lemon garlic salmon?

Rice, quinoa, pasta, roasted veggies, potatoes, couscous, salads, and grain bowls all pair beautifully.