17 Healthy Fish Recipes To Eat Fish More Often!

This post gives you 17 tasty and easy fish recipes to prepare that will have you adding more healthy fish and seafood into your diet.

The thing I love about fish is that it’s a light meal that leaves me feeling super healthy after I eat it.

I guess just knowing that fish and seafood are full of nutritional omega 3 fatty acids, vitamins, and tons of other good-for-you things makes me want to include it in my diet even more.

Not only is fish power-packed nutrition-wise, but it is also a dish that you can get excited about if you know how to cook it properly. Sure, we often go for beef and chicken because many of us are more familiar with cooking it – and it just seems easier somehow.

But, I can help you out there and have you incorporating fish into your mealtime repertoire in a flash!

So, I have compiled my best fish and seafood recipes to show you that fish can be both delicious and easy peasy to prepare.

Ready to get inspired?

Read on!

IS FISH HEALTHY?

Fish is super healthy for you! It’s a high-quality and low-fat protein that can be prepared in so many delicious ways! Fish is also known to be an anti-inflammatory food. The American Heart Association recommends that you eat fish twice a week. More is even better!

Some of the nutrients contained in fish and seafood are:

Omega 3 fatty acids (great for the heart and brain!)
Calcium
Phosphorus
Magnesium
Iron
Zinc
Potassium
Vitamins D and B2

BENEFITS OF EATING FISH

Because fish has so many good things in it, the benefits are numerous. Take a look at these reasons for eating fish, and I bet you’ll try one of the recipes in this post tonight!

Vision: Fish is good for the eyesight, particularly as we age
Sleep: Studies show that a lack of vitamin D may affect sleep quality, and fish has vitamin D
Autoimmune issues: Fish may reduce the risk of diseases like type 1 Diabetes
Mood: Studies show mood disorders like depression may be less likely to occur in people who eat lots of fish
Brain: Eating fish boosts brain health, especially as we get older
Heart: The risk of heart attacks and stroke may be lower in people who eat fish due to cardiovascular benefits

WHAT IS THE HEALTHIEST WAY TO COOK FISH?

Steaming and poaching are two great ways to cook fish, leaving it moist and not dried out. Broiling is ideal for oil-rich fish, like salmon. Grilling and baking are heart-healthy ways to serve fish and seafood, too.

WHAT ARE GOOD TYPES OF FISH TO EAT?

Fish high in Omega 3’s are top-notch for health. Wild-caught and sustainably-sourced are always best, but if you can only get farmed, that’s okay, too! Consider these when grocery shopping:

Low in contaminants and eco-friendly:

Salmon
Arctic char
Rainbow trout
Albacore tuna
Atlantic mackerel

Additional good choices:

Sea bass
Shrimp
Flounder
Pollock
MahiMahi
Sea scallops

HEALTHY FISH MEAL PREP RECIPES

Meal prep is one of the best ways to ensure that you stick with a healthy eating plan. After all, when the food is in the fridge and ready to go, you won’t grab something unhealthy – you’ll go for the good stuff!

HEALTHY FISH ENTREE RECIPES

It’s simple to plan a meal with fish in it a few times a week when you have a go-to recipe that turns out delicious and savory every time. Here are a few healthy fish recipes to choose from!

HEALTHY SHRIMP RECIPES

Some of you say that shrimp is tricky to cook. These healthy shrimp recipes will change that thought. Step out of your comfort zone and perfect your shrimp with these recipes!

15-Minute Healthy Shrimp Scampi (pictured)
Creamy Garlic Tuscan Shrimp
Spicy Shrimp Tacos

HEALTHY SCALLOP RECIPES

Scallops are so delicious, and we really should eat them more often. Once you give these flavorful recipes a try, you will not hesitate to serve scallops any night of the week.