20 Seafood Recipes That Bring Fresh Ocean Flavor to Your Kitchen

Seafood lovers, this one’s for you. These 20 seafood recipes capture everything we love about cooking from the sea—fresh, light, and full of flavor. From buttery shrimp scampi and seared tuna steaks to creamy chowders and baked salmon, each dish delivers that coastal touch right at home. Whether you’re planning a quick weekday dinner or an elegant weekend meal, these recipes make seafood approachable, delicious, and perfect for every occasion.

Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon

This Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon Recipe comes out perfect every single time. Not only is it delicious and flaky, but it has only 2 two ingredients. Have dinner ready in under 15 minutes!
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Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

Sheet Pan Salmon Asparagus on a parchment paper lined sheet pan. — Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus meal is perfect for busy weeknights! This baked salmon and asparagus is ready in less than 25 minutes. Perfectly flaky salmon and delicious asparagus make for an easy dinner.
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Making Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon is so easy and with just 2 ingredients. I love how fast the Air fryer cooks these salmon filets. It comes out perfect every single time!
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Air Fryer Panko Shrimp

If you're looking for a tasty and healthy appetizer or main course that can be prepared in a matter of minutes, air fryer panko shrimp is a great option.
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Sesame Salmon Bowl

Sesame Salmon Bowls are a delicious and healthy dinner idea. It takes under 15 minutes to make start to finish! The sesame dressing adds tasty nutty flavor to this dish.
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Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Air Fryer Salmon on a white plate with sugar snap peas and green onions. — Air Fryer Frozen Salmon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Making Air Fryer Frozen Salmon is one of the easiest ways to make salmon. No need to defrost it! These frozen salmon filets come out delicious every time. Ready in less than 15 minutes and basted with my homemade teriyaki sauce.
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Creamy Coconut Shrimp Buffet Style- Quick and Easy

Juicy shrimp cooked in creamy coconut sauce, just like buffet-style on a black plate. — Creamy Coconut Shrimp Buffet Style- Quick and Easy. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Creamy coconut Shrimp buffet style is a popular Chinese appetizer that has been adapted to American tastes.
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Crab Rangoon

Crispy fried wontons stuffed with creamy crab and cream cheese filling on a blue-white plate. — Crab Rangoon. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

The crab rangoon is a Chinese appetizer made of crispy wonton wrappers filled with cream cheese, crab meat, and other seasonings.
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Pistachio Crusted Salmon

Elevate dinnertime with this easy pistachio crusted salmon. Succulent salmon is topped with crunchy pistachios to make this yummy feast.
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Cold Shrimp Dip with Cream Cheese

This Cold Shrimp Dip with Cream Cheese is a creamy and delicious appetizer with fresh shrimp and a hint of lemon. It’s perfect for parties or as a starter for a meal.
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Cold Crab Dip Recipe

A bowl of cold crab dip with a creamy texture and chunks of crab. — Cold Crab Dip Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Cold Crab Dip Recipe is a creamy and flavorful appetizer made with fresh crab meat and a zesty seasoning blend. It’s perfect for parties or as a light snack.
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Seafood Boil Seasoning Bags Recipe

A bowl of seafood boil seasoning with a mix of spices and herbs. — Seafood Boil Seasoning Bags Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Seafood Boil Seasoning Recipe offers a flavorful blend of spices for your next seafood boil. It’s perfect for adding zest to shrimp, crab, or any seafood feast.
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Shrimp Pico de Gallo

This Shrimp Pico de Gallo is a fresh and zesty seafood dish with shrimp, tomatoes, onions, and lime. It’s perfect as an appetizer, snack, or topping for tacos.
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Air Fryer Calamari

Air-fried calamari rings garnished with parsley and lemon wedges on a white plate. — Air Fryer Calamari. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Air Fryer Calamari is a game-changer! Enjoy the same crispy crunch you love, but without all the deep-fried guilt. This recipe is easy too. Simply coat the calamari in breadcrumbs and pop them in the air fryer for a quick, delicious appetizer. Enjoy a healthier, lighter recipe that's ready in under 20 minutes.
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Easy Baked Walleye Recipe with Lemons and Almonds

A plate of almond-crusted walleye or pickerel fish fillets with a fork and lemon. — Easy Baked Walleye Recipe with Lemons and Almonds. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

This easy baked walleye recipe is frugal, delicious, and low-fat too.
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Mussels in Cream Sauce

A person holding a bowl of steamed mussels. — Mussels in Cream Sauce. Photo credit: Sage Alpha Gal.

Plump mussels in an easy yet elegant cream sauce that's elevated by sliced jalapenos and crisp white wine (includes dairy-free option).
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Easy Pasta Puttanesca

A pan full of spaghetti and tomatoes on a tablecloth. — Easy Pasta Puttanesca. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Pasta Puttanesca is a classic Italian quick sauce that may be the fastest pasta dish you'll ever make.
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Shrimp Scampi Over Linguine

A hand holding a fork twirls spaghetti with shrimp in a white bowl, with a glass of white wine in the background on a wooden table. — Shrimp Scampi Over Linguine. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

This classic Italian dish is quick and impressive. It works as an easy meal at home or an impressive dish to serve to guests.
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Salmon in the Air Fryer

A fork holding a piece of cooked salmon, with more salmon fillets, lemon slices, and seasoning shakers in the background. — Salmon in the Air Fryer. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

One of the beauties of cooking salmon or any seafood in the air fryer is that it is pretty difficult to do it wrong. Many air fryers have a seafood setting that you can select.
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Moroccan Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner

Sheet pan salmon and cauliflower. — Moroccan Salmon Sheet Pan Dinner. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

This Moroccan salmon with cauliflower, lemon, olives and spices is your ticket to the easiest exotic weeknight dinner.
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