Quick and Easy Seafood Meals for Busy Weeknights
Coming up with quick and easy meals on busy weeknights can be a challenge, especially if you are trying to stay healthy. Fortunately, seafood is a great option for a quick and easy dinner that is both nutritious and delicious. Here are some simple seafood recipes that you can make in no time:
1. Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- salt and pepper to taste
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the broccoli and bell peppers and cook for another 2-3 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, and Sriracha. Add the sauce to the skillet and bring to a simmer. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water. Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Baked Salmon with Herbs and Lemon
- 4 salmon fillets, skin removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds
- salt and pepper to taste
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Arrange the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, parsley, thyme, and rosemary. Drizzle the herb mixture over the salmon fillets. Arrange the lemon slices on top of the salmon. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
3. Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps
- 2 cans tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- salt and pepper to taste
- butter lettuce leaves
In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, mayonnaise, red onion, celery, and dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spoon the tuna salad onto the butter lettuce leaves and wrap them up like a burrito.
4. Shrimp Tacos
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until pink and cooked through. Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 20-30 seconds on each side. Top each tortilla with the shrimp, shredded red cabbage, and diced avocado. Squeeze lime juice over the top and serve.
These easy seafood dishes are full of flavor and can be made in no time. They are perfect for busy weeknights when you need a healthy and satisfying meal.
