44 Easy Fish Dishes Ready in 30 Minutes or Less

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44 Easy Fish Dishes Ready in 30 Minutes or Less2/44 Tilapia Florentine 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tilapia Florentine Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Looking for a way to get a little more heart-healthy fish into your family’s weekly diet? You’ll win them over hook, line and sinker with this quick and easy entree. Topped with fresh spinach and a splash of lemon, it’s sure to become a favorite! Melanie Bachman – Ulysses, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet with 1/3 cup spinach mixture: 249 calories,

—Jolanthe Erb, Harrisonburg, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet with 1 cup

13g fat (4g saturated fat), 122mg cholesterol, 307mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein. 3/44 Orange Soy Salmon with Rice 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Orange Soy Salmon with Rice Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Have an elegant meal that looks as good as it tastes, in just 20 minutes! Tender salmon fillets take on Asian flavors with soy sauce, a hint of orange juice and a side of fluffy rice. —Jolanthe Erb, Harrisonburg, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet with 1 cup

We enjoy it with lemon wedges with couscous on the side

rice: 437 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1603mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein. 4/44 Tilapia with Corn Salsa 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family loves fish, and this quick and tasty dish is very popular at my house. Though it tastes like it takes a long time, it cooks in minutes under the broiler. We enjoy it with lemon wedges with couscous on the side. —Brenda Coffey, Singer Island, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1

fillet with 3/4 cup salsa: 354 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 934mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 38g protein. 5/44 Citrus Coconut Steamed Cod 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love to make this fusion meal on weeknights when I am short on time but want something big in flavor. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 330 calories, 15g fat (10g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 316mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g

Either way, the mango salsa tastes amazing with grilled halibut

protein. 6/44 Halibut Soft Tacos 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I sometimes serve these halibut tacos wrapped in lettuce instead of tortillas. Either way, the mango salsa tastes amazing with grilled halibut. This warm-weather recipe is quick, colorful and full of nutrients. —Kristin Kossak, Bozeman, Montana Nutrition Facts: 1 taco with 1/3 cup mango salsa: 330 calories, 12g fat (1g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 648mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat. 7/44 Easy Glazed

Salmon 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It takes only four ingredients and a few moments to make this delightful main dish. —Tara Ernspiker, Falling Waters, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 6 ounce-weight: 394 calories, 18g fat (4g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 568mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein. 8/44 Baked Tilapia 115 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Baked Tilapia Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve decided to cook healthier for

my family, and that includes having more fish at home

my family, and that includes having more fish at home. This is an amazing recipe, and it’s fast, too! —Hope Stewart, Raleigh, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 224 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 106mg cholesterol, 304mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 fat. 9/44 Easy Fish Tacos 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Searching for a lighter alternative to traditional fried fish, I came up with this crispy, crunchy fish tacos recipe. It’s

a hit with friends and family

a hit with friends and family. —Jennifer Palmer, Rancho Cucamonga, California Nutrition Facts: 1 taco: 350 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 144mg cholesterol, 632mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat. 10/44 Tuna Crescent Ring 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tuna Crescent Ring Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is really easy to throw together, and I often use it when I am too tired to fix anything else. —Julia Bivens, Martinsburg, West

Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 506 calories, 30g fat (8g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 1044mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. 11/44 Pine Nut-Crusted Tilapia 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This golden-brown pine nut-crusted tilapia has a tender texture, nutty coating and hint of sweet honey. It’s fast to fix and can be served for a special family meal or when you want to impress guests. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 359 calories, 20g fat (6g saturated

This recipe is my favorite because it is moist, tender and flavorful

fat), 145mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein. 12/44 Fast Baked Fish 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We always have a good supply of fresh fish, so I make fish recipes often. This recipe is my favorite because it is moist, tender and flavorful. —Judie Anglen, Riverton, Wyoming Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 270 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 110mg cholesterol, 540mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein. 13/44 Speedy Salmon Stir-Fry Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30

My recipe has an orange glaze, but I like it with lime, too

min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Salmon is a staple where I live, so I tried it in a stir-fry. My recipe has an orange glaze, but I like it with lime, too. —Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup stir-fry with 2/3 cup rice: 498 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 394mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 26g protein. 14/44 Crispy Fish & Chips 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crispy Fish & Chips Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe

You can also try it with a white fish like cod or haddock

From the Recipe Creator: A British pub classic turns crown jewel when you add horseradish, panko and Worcestershire. You can also try it with a white fish like cod or haddock. —Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet with 3/4 cup fries: 416 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 698mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch. 15/44 Blackened Tilapia with Zucchini Noodles 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the

Recipe Creator: I love quick and bright meals like this one-skillet wonder

Recipe Creator: I love quick and bright meals like this one-skillet wonder. The way it tastes, you’d think it takes a lot more effort, but it goes from prep to dinner table in half an hour. The recipe works well with any light fish, or even shrimp. —Tammy Brownlow, Dallas, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 203 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 522mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 16/44 Air-Fryer Fish and Chips 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min

Try this simple air-fryer fish and chips

Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Looking for easy air-fryer recipes? Try this simple air-fryer fish and chips. The fish fillets have a fuss-free coating that’s healthy but just as crunchy and golden as the deep-fried kind. Simply seasoned, the crispy fries are perfect on the side. —Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 312 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 503mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 fat. 17/44 Citrus Salmon Fillets with Salsa 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Citrus Salmon

Just add a simple side of rice for a complete dinner

Fillets with Salsa Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Take lemony salmon fillets to the next level with a fresh, colorful homemade salsa. Just add a simple side of rice for a complete dinner. —Tiffany Hartpence, Lander, WY Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 357 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 479mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein. 18/44 Jamaican Salmon with Coconut Cream Sauce 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

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