30+ Fish Recipes for Lent

30+ Fish Recipes for Lent and Fish Fridays throughout the Lenten Season and year.

My husband and I grew up with different Lenten traditions. He grew up eating fish or going meatless on Fridays and my church had Soup Suppers on Wednesdays. Whenever possible I try to incorporate both of our traditions. In the past, this meant meatless soup on Fridays. However, this year I will be observing both of our traditions during Lent and we will have soup on Wednesdays and fish on Fridays.

You do not have to recognize Lent to benefit from the fish recipes below! And I should point out, that the links will not necessarily take you to sites where the bloggers participate or even recognize Lent.  However, they are still a good resource for recipes that are appropriate for the Lenten season.

Fish used to be fairly frugal, but the price has gone up considerably over the last decade. Here are some tips for how to save money on seafood and here are the 10 best places to find seafood coupons. Since seafood is so expensive, you don’t want to let any of your fish go to waste! Here is a list of recipe ideas to use up leftover fish.

30 Fish Recipes for Lent

We have broken the recipes up alphabetically by the type of fish used to make it easier for you to find a recipe for the fish that you either have on hand or that is on sale this week at your local grocery store.

Catfish Recipes:

A tangy, herby marinade with a surprising sweetness is quick to whip up for Lemon Basil Catfish, which bakes quickly in a nice hot oven.

Move over, fried chicken, because Southern Fried Catfish from MJ’s Kitchen is joining the picnic! Served with homemade catfish dipping sauce and carrot raisin salad, this is comfort food reimagined.

You can make Broiled Catfish with Artichokes and Tomatoes in less time than it takes to bake a frozen pizza. Frozen prepared veggies cut down on the prep time too, making this the ultimate in “fast food.”

Cod Recipes:

Sprinkle on a simple crust mixture seasoned with garlic, parsely, cayenne, salt and pepper, give fish a short bake in a hot oven, and Herb Crusted Cod comes out on the other side in this fish recipe from Dishes and Dishes!

Topped with lightly sauteed summer veggies, Baked Cod with a Sauteed  Veggie Topping from April J Harris is delicious served with a size of mushroom orzo or steamed green beans and cous cous or rice.

Lightly fried with a sweet-savory flavor profile, this Coconut Cod with Pineapple Salsa from Erica’s Recipes is an easy cod recipe that makes suppertime feel a little special.

Mackerel Recipes:

Sumee’s Culinary Bites’ Mackerel Fish Curry blends warm curry flavors with this budget-friendly fresh tuna alternative.

Roughy Recipes:

This Pecan Crusted Roughy was a quick fish recipe I improvised one night. The family liked it so much they asked for it to become a regular feature.

This mild White Roughy in Ginger Teriyaki Sauce takes on the flavor of the marinade, and it’s a good fish for those who aren’t fond of fish. You can substitute a stronger-flavored filet if you like!

Salmon Recipes:

This Balsamic Glazed Salmon recipe is so flavorful, yet easy to make. You can adjust the cook time and temperature to match up with any side dishes you’re cooking by using the guidelines included in the recipe post.

For those who want flavor-intensity turned up to high, Hummus Crusted Salmon with garlic and rosemary is a quick and easy way to put a memorable dinner on the table.

All you need is five simple ingredients and 10 minutes to make this Cajun-inspired Blackened Salmon recipe from Savoring Today.

Homemade sushi is within reach with this Philadelphia Sushi Rolls recipe made with smoked salmon.

This fast and easy salmon recipe only uses two ingredients in the glaze. Marinate Salmon with Raspberry Balsamic Glaze for two hours, or skip right to the cooking part if you’re in a hurry. The glaze overtop the fish will still make it taste delicious.

A particularly successful fishing trip might leave you with some leftover salmon. Salmon and Blueberry Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette is the next-day fish dinner as delicious as the first night!

This Panko Salmon Cakes recipe has just the right amount of crunch without overriding the flavor of the salmon. If you have a fish-loving family like mine, this is one fish recipe that will be a hit with the kids and adults alike.

In this Lemon Rosemary Salmon recipe from Mommy Hates Cooking, the “fishy taste” is mellowed by sautéing in butter and olive oil, then sprinkling the fillets with rosemary and lemon juice.

When you need a protein snack on Friday during Lent, you can still turn to jerky; just make it this Chili Garlic Salmon Jerky! In addition to protein, it’s a great source of Omega-3 fatty acids and a variety of other nutrients.

Over the years, I have understood the nutritional benefits of eating fish and have put effort into training my palate to appreciate it. This Salmon with Pomegranate Tea Glaze recipe is where I finally fell in love with salmon.

Two superfoods in one easy fish recipe? Yes, please! Here is my Salmon and Avocado Sandwich recipe – a tasty lunch that is good-looking and so good for you.

BethAnne on a Budget found a way to make canned salmon work when fresh salmon is scarce. These Salmon Meatballs with Lemon and Herb Infused Cream Sauce are a quick way to enjoy Fish Friday

This Sweet and Spicy Orange Glazed Salmon looks so delicious, it makes me want to love fish.

Honey Pineapple Salmon from This Worthey Life flips the script. The caramelized pineapple kicks it up yet another notch.

Who says salads are only for summer? And who says cranberries are only for the holidays? Savory Salmon, Cranberry, and Pineapple Salad is a genuinely flavorful, healthful, and colorful dish you can enjoy any time you want it.

Try this moist and meaty Baked Salmon Steaks Recipe with Italian Marinade for a delicious and healthy weeknight dinner.

Sole Recipes

Tessa Domestic Goddess makes Fish Almandine with a mild white fish like cod, sole, or tilapia. She says it’s a fish recipe so delicious even a non-fish lover will want it all the time.

Swordfish Recipes:

This Quinoa Bowl with Swordfish and Avocado is a great idea when you’re looking for a super healthy and delicious lunch or dinner. And if you haven’t tried swordfish before, this is the recipe to start with!

This buttery Lemon Garlic Swordfish tastes like you spent much more time than you did!

A Mediterranean Swordfish served with a vibrant frilly greens salad brings Mediterranean flavors to your plate wherever you live.

Tilapia Recipes:

This Skillet Honey Lime Tilapia from Fabulessly Frugal is quick-cooking, fresh, and flavorful. The simple skillet-made sauce with sweet honey and bright citrus makes an easy weeknight fish dinner better than takeout.

Tilapia Fish Tacos from A Couple Cooks is a crowd pleaser. Take the flaky, seasoned tilapia and fold it into tortillas with slaw and a creamy sauce for fish tacos on Friday night.

Mediterranean inspired grilled Tilapia with Tomato and Olive Relish brings summer flavors to the table on Fish Fridays.

Trout Recipes:

Trout Almondine from Closet Cooking is a super quick and easy dish. After frying the fish, brown the butter in the pan, add almonds and toast until lightly golden brown, and then add a splash of lemon before serving. Easy enough to tackle on a weeknight but it would also be sure to impress at a dinner party.

Pan-Fried Trout with Garlic, Lemon, & Parsley by Love and Olive Oil is simplicity in a fish recipe. Served with satisfying paprika-roasted potatoes and asparagus, and it is a satisfying and healthy dinner. (Pretty, too.)

Tuna Recipes:

Gluten Free Easily has step-by-step directions for this Ginger Glazed Mahi Mahi with Pico de Gallo.

My Sesame Seed Crusted Ahi Tuna recipe is cool and fresh, with a sesame seed crust, that gives it a flavorful and crunchy finish. It’s a restaurant-worthy fish dish you can make at home.

Sea Bass Recipe:

This Baked Sea Bass recipe is undeniably simple: just six ingredients, ready in 20 minutes, and infused with a bold mustard-paprika flavor.

 

Clam Recipe:

If you leave out the bacon, this Razor Clam Chowder recipe would be a rustic, hearty meal to enjoy during Lent.

You can find more fish and seafood recipes on my  Fish Fridays Pinterest board. What is your favorite fish recipe?