42 Diabetic-Friendly Fish and Seafood Recipes

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42 Diabetic-Friendly Fish and Seafood Recipes2/42 Parmesan Tilapia 92 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Jackie Alpers for Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I are always looking for light fish recipes because of their health benefits. This one’s a hit with him, and we’ve served it at dinner parties too. It’s become a staple! —Michelle Martin, Durham, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 179 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 191mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 very lean

meat, 1/2 fat

meat, 1/2 fat. 3/42 Salmon with Horseradish Pistachio Crust 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Impress everyone at your table with this elegant but easy salmon that’s delicious and nutritious. You can substitute scallions for shallots if you like. —Linda Press Wolfe, Cross River, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 salmon fillet: 376 calories, 25g fat (5g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 219mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat. 4/42 Apricot

This light squash recipe is quick, simple and bursting with rich flavors

Crab Stuffed Acorn Squash Test Kitchen Approved Apricot Crab Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This light squash recipe is quick, simple and bursting with rich flavors. It looks so elegant when served on a lovely platter. —Judy Armstrong, Prairieville, Louisiana Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 217 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 794mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 5/42 Fish Tacos 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fish Tacos

This recipe is a delicious guilt-free dish that doesn’t break the bank

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A cool sauce with just a bit of zing tops these breaded fish tacos (that are actually healthy!). This recipe is a delicious guilt-free dish that doesn’t break the bank. —Lena Lim, Seattle, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 taco: 190 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 269mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 6/42 Tomato Walnut Tilapia 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tomato Walnut Tilapia Recipe photo

I serve it with cooked julienne carrots and green beans

by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tomato, bread crumbs and crunchy walnuts dress up pan tilapia fillets in this favorite recipe. I serve it with cooked julienne carrots and green beans. —Phyl Broich-Wessling, Garner, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 202 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 251mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1/2 starch. 7/42 Broccoli Tuna Casserole 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Broccoli Tuna Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1/2 fat

hour 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was in the Navy, a co-worker’s wife shared this recipe with me. I’ve tweaked it over the years, but it still brings back memories of my family away from home. —Yvonne Cook, Haskins, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 271 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 601mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 8/42 Pan-Seared Red Snapper 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crumb-Coated Red Snapper Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste

It’s one of the best red snapper recipes I’ve found

of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I reel in compliments with this moist, crispy red snapper recipe. Heart-healthy omega-3 oils are an added bonus with the simple but delicious entree that’s done in mere minutes. It’s one of the best red snapper recipes I’ve found. —Charlotte Elliott, Neenah, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 288 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 498mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch. 9/42 Split-Second Shrimp 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Split-Second

It’s deliciously buttery and full of garlic flavor

Shrimp Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I use my microwave to hurry along the prep of this super fast shrimp scampi. It’s deliciously buttery and full of garlic flavor. We love it as a main dish, but it makes an excellent appetizer, too. — Jalayne Luckett, Marion, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked shrimp: 157 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 153mg cholesterol, 476mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat. 10/42 Broiled Greek Fish Fillets

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat

3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Combine olives, onion, dill and feta cheese in a tangy, Greek-inspired topping to boost the flavor of tilapia or your favorite whitefish. —Jennifer Maslowski, New York, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 169 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 353mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat. 11/42 Seared Scallops 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Skillet Sea Scallops Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste

You’ll want to slip this recipe into the front of your last-minute guests file

of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’ll want to slip this recipe into the front of your last-minute guests file. Pasta and mixed greens nicely complement the tender, citrusy shellfish. —Margaret E. Lowenberg, Kingman, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 249 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 618mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 starch. 12/42 Lemony Parsley Baked Cod 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Do that and the fish stays moist and tender

Creator: The trick to avoid overcooking a good piece of fish is to cook it at a high temperature for a short amount of time. Do that and the fish stays moist and tender. —Sherry Day, Pinckney, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 161 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 95mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 13/42 Shrimp with Tomatoes & Feta 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp with Tomatoes & Feta Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

From the Recipe Creator: Any recipe that is special enough for company but easy enough for a weeknight meal is a favorite in my book. All you need to finish off the meal is a side salad and crusty French bread to sop up the delicious tomato and wine juices. —Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 cup (calculated without rice): 261 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 191mg cholesterol, 502mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 14/42 Citrus Cod 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DIANA RATTRAY

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat

FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We enjoy fish frequently, and this baked version has a tempting mild orange flavor. It comes out of the oven flaky and moist, and it’s just the thing to make for a delightful light meal. — Jacquelyn Dixon, LaPorte, IA Nutrition Facts: 1 cod fillet: 153 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 108mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat. 15/42 Grilled Mahi Mahi 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Grilled Mahi

Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 fruit

Mahi Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Instead of grilling the usual hamburgers or chicken breasts, prepare this grilled mahi mahi and reel in raves! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet with 1/4 cup salsa: 195 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 204mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 fruit. 16/42 Orange Tilapia in Parchment 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Orange Tilapia in Parchment Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time

30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sweet orange juice and spicy cayenne pepper give this no-fuss dish fabulous flavor. A bonus? Cleanup is a breeze! —Tiffany Diebold, Nashville, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 1 packet: 158 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 220mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat. 17/42 Parmesan Baked Cod 30 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Parmesan Baked Cod Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is

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