Fish Recipes

Restaurant-Style Pan Seared Salmon

Picture the perfectly seasoned fillet of salmon with a lightly golden crust that you order from a favorite restaurant. You can make it at home for a fraction of the priceโ€”in about 10 minutes.   I get excited to share a recipe that is so quick and easy it belies its fabulous flavor and versatility.…

Simple Salmon in Foil (grill and oven options)

A short list of everyday ingredients makes this quick-cooking salmon recipe shine. The simple foil packet locks in flavor and moisture–and makes cleanup a snap! This was a difficult recipe to name because all the components contribute something special: Garlic, dill, and lemon. Salt and pepper. A “knob” of butter, as they say in the…

Salsa Simmered Halibut (or other white fish)

Your choice of fish simmers to tender perfection for a super speedy meal that’s bursting with flavor. The easy sauce can be customized in a surprisingly simple way, making this meal a favorite with adults and kids alike.  A reader recently mentioned that he’d like to incorporate more fish into his weeknight repertoire but lacks creative, family friendly ways to…

Slow Roasted Harissa Salmon

Heart-healthy salmon that’s bursting with flavor has never been so easy. A low oven temperature virtually guarantees tender, perfectly cooked salmon every time and won’t overheatย your kitchen either. If you’ve never tried harissa, an easy-to-find condiment made of roasted peppers and spices, now is the moment!       This recipe calls for one ingredient…

Braised Cod with Tomatoes and Leeks

Once the veggies are chopped, this one-pan fish dish cooks in 15 minutes and is brimming with flavor. It’s elegant enough for company yet simple enough for busy weeknights, and a variety of fish can be used in place of the cod. If youโ€™re trying to increase your intake of heart-healthy fish, this recipe is…

Tuna, Tomato & White Bean Salad

Aย handful of pantry staples meets sweet tomatoes and fresh herbs in this protein-rich, flavor-packed salad. Enjoy it as an easy lunch or pair with an ear of corn, piece of cornbread or a crusty roll for a light but filling dinner. (Leftovers taste great, too!)     Too hot to cook or simply don’t want…

Slow Roasted Salmon

This need-to-know technique assures perfectly cooked, tender salmon every single time๏ผand you can apply the method to other favorite salmon recipes.🐟     In my early days of cooking salmon, I often broiled it. The method is quick, and a little crispy char is delightful. I quickly learned, however, that thereโ€™s a fine line between…

Stretch-a-Can-of-Tuna Salad

Loaded with filling protein and fiber-rich veggies, this remake on the classic recipe is economical, nutritious, and completely delicious! Cabbage and tuna may not seem like kindred spirits, but when mixed together in a simple salad, the results are decidedly delicious. ย What’s more, every crisp forkful delivers filling protein, nutrient-rich veggies, and satisfying flavor. ย What’s…

Jack’s Favorite Kale Caesar Salad

Luxuriously creamy yet egg- and mayo-free, this Caesar dressing is the star of the show and coats the hearty, wholesome kale beautifully. Don’t miss the optional Polenta Crouton recipe!   Three or four years ago, my husband sent me a text while on a business trip in Chicago: โ€œHad an awesome kale Caesar salad for…

Prosciutto Wrapped Pan Seared Halibut (or Tilapia, Flounder, etc.)

No need to sacrifice flavor for the sake of simplicity with this speedy meal, which is as effortless to cook for one person as it is a crowd.  As I was sizing up a new machine at the gym the other day, a man headed toward the ellipticals kindly mentioned that he enjoys seeing me…

How to Make Kimchi

Make kimchi worthy of a Korean kitchen in your kitchen with these easy instructions. The flavor-packed, probiotic-rich condiment will keep for months and can be added to tacos, burgers, eggs, rice, pasta, and grain bowls or enjoyed as a simple side dish.   My intro to traditional kimchi-making came in an unexpected way several years…

Tomato Tuna Melts

Light on mayo and big on flavor, two of these speedy Tomato Tuna Melts deliver 25 grams of protein with just 10 grams of carbohydrates and 289 calories.   Most Mondays since the early โ€˜90s, my father has eaten a tuna melt. He belongs to a menโ€™s lunch group that meets weekly, and after all…

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