We challenge you to name a better time of year than summer to enjoy the fresh, flaky, deliciousness that seafood dishes have to offer. Whether you’re grilling, sauteing, or preparing a light lunch, seafood recipes that are easy to follow are a must. These dishes highlight summer’s catch, from fish tacos to cedar-planked salmon to a fish boil. Reel in incredible flavours that delight all the fish lovers you invite to your patio table.
Grilled Tilapia Tacos with Cilantro Cream
With a total cooking time of under 30 minutes, grilled fish tacos are sure to become a favourite summer dish. Filled with tilapia, fresh vegetables like ripe avocado, and shredded colourful cabbage, topped with a cilantro chili lemon grilling sauce, these flaky-fish tacos are a crowd pleaser no matter when you serve them.
Grilled Peaches & Planked Salmon
Cedar-planked salmon is a popular grilling dish every summer. Why not enjoy it with a grilled peach salsa to kick it up a notch? Simply grill the peaches and let them chill before chopping them into cubes and tossing them with basil, green onion, honey, and lemon juice. The result is a salsa that complements the fresh fish beautifully, adding a sweet and tangy flavour.
Teriyaki Salmon Skewer Rice Noodle Salad
Teriyaki salmon is delicious any time of year, but to make it more summertime, you must have it with a rice noodle salad. The combination of quick pickled carrots, radishes, fresh herbs, and tender vermicelli noodles pairs fantastically with the teriyaki salmon skewers. Topped with a lime dressing and crunchy vegetables, it’s an easy-to-make dish that will have others asking for the recipe.
Po’Boy-Style Cod Sandwich
Inspired by the famous sandwich that hails from Louisiana, this Po’ Boy-Style Cajun Cod Sandwich features seasoned cod fillets, lettuce, tomato, and cucumber, all brought together with a caper-lemon sauce and served between slices of sourdough bread. It delivers a delicious combination of bold, tangy, and fresh flavours in every bite.
Grilled Mahi Mahi Tacos
Picture this, you’re on a beach with a refreshing drink in your hand, and it’s time to order something to eat that mimics the tropical vibe. Enter grilled mahi mahi taco topped with a spicy mango-jalapeno sauce, creamy avocado-lime crema, quick pickled onions, and a cilantro-lime slaw. These tacos are a delicious option, whether you’re actually on a beach or just dreaming about one.
Tuna Steak with Miso & Kimchi Butter Sauce
Beef steak is an obvious choice for the grill, but have you tried tuna steak? This dish elevates tuna with a miso broth and a unique kimchi butter sauce that adds a spicy kick. It’s a fresh twist on a steak dinner garnished with crumbled seaweed and green onions.
Grilled Mahi Mahi with Summer Herb Sauce
Simplicity doesn’t have to taste boring, especially when mahi mahi fillets are thawing. The fish comes alive with a vibrant herb sauce and a zesty heirloom tomato salsa that balances the grilled flavour from the barbecue. This seafood recipe is a fun way to highlight some of the best summer ingredients.
Curry Grilled Salmon with Creamy Cucumber Sauce
If you’re looking for a main course, look no further. This curry grilled salmon is paired with a refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce, creating an excellent combination of flavours. This dish is easy to prepare and will impress all the seafood lovers at your table.
