What is the safest way to thaw salmon?

The answer

The refrigerator is the gentlest and most dependable way. The US Food and Drug Administration names three safe methods: the refrigerator, cold water and the microwave, and says never to thaw food on the counter. Use a rimmed plate on a lower shelf, and allow overnight for portions. Food thawed in cold water or the microwave should be cooked immediately, so keep those methods for when you are short of time.