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A vibrant selection of low calorie seafood recipes perfect for summer dining.

Quick Way To Grow With 3 Low Calorie Seafood Recipes Summer

This collection features three low-calorie seafood recipes ideal for summer: Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon, Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry, and Zesty Baked Cod with Vegetables. Each recipe is quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making healthy eating easy and delicious.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon
  • 4 ounces Salmon fillets
  • 1 Lemon sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 sprigs Fresh dill chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry
  • 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch Asparagus spears trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 Bell pepper sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
Zesty Baked Cod with Vegetables
  • 4 ounces Cod fillets
  • 1 Zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season salmon with olive oil, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place lemon slices on top of each fillet. Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.
Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry
  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink.
  2. Add asparagus, bell pepper, and garlic; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  3. Stir in soy sauce and grated ginger. Cook for another minute, ensuring everything is well combined.
Zesty Baked Cod with Vegetables
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place cod fillets in a baking dish.
  2. Arrange zucchini and cherry tomatoes around the cod. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  3. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Notes

For best results, use fresh seafood. Adjust seasonings to your personal preference. These recipes can be easily scaled up or down depending on the number of servings needed.