How to Bake Salmon

8. When is it Finished?

When uncooked, salmon has a bright orange color and looks wet. When it is cooked it will look a little drier, and the orange color will be much lighter. You'll find the moisture when you flake a piece off and see it glistening. If you prefer to use a meat thermometer, salmon should be cooked to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. You can always pull it out before it hits that mark, around 135 degrees, cover it in foil and allow it to rest until it reaches 140 degrees.