
30 healthy fish recipes
Get a boost of omega-3 with our healthy sardines on toast, smoked mackerel salad, high-protein salmon bowls and more
Looking for healthy fish recipes? Maybe you're after the best fish curry or tuna salad recipe? Check out our ideas below and then take a look at more of our favourite fish recipes, plus our healthy prawn recipes and healthy salmon recipes.
Fish is a great alternative to meat and is naturally high in protein. White fish make a good low-fat option, and oily fish, such as salmon, mackerel and sardines, include important fat soluble nutrients such as vitamin D and omega 3. Including fish in your diet has also been linked to health benefits such as supporting brain health and mental health, as well as reducing the risk of heart disease or stroke. Fish is super versatile and easy to prepare, and a healthy balanced diet should include just two portions a week, one of which should be an oily fish.
We've also got plenty more healthy recipes to inspire you, including these healthy chicken recipes, healthy chicken breast recipes and healthy mince recipes.
Healthy fish recipes
Sardines on toast
This quick recipe for sardines on toast is just as good for a quick healthy lunch as it is for a speedy snack to have with drinks. It's packed with good fats and protein, too. It's a great way to use up a tin of sardines.
Sriracha salmon power bowls
This vibrant, nutrient-packed recipe is rich in fibre and protein. Pair wild-caught salmon, full of omega-3 fats, with a kick of sriracha for added heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect dish for a quick, energising boost.
Sardine spaghetti
Tinned sardines are a great source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids and essential oils. Let them shine in this quick and easy Sardinian spaghetti dish.
Baked halibut with fennel, lemon and walnut pangrattato
Take your healthy fish supper to the next level and top baked halibut with a golden, crunchy pangrattato.
Harissa roast salmon with warm herby grains and yogurt dressing
Harissa-honey salmon served on top of herby wholegrains, with a quick yogurt dressing on the side – the perfect midweek meal for two.
Baked cod and butter beans
Flaky, pearly-white cod is coated in a rosemary parmesan crust, then served on a sweet cherry tomato and butter bean sauce. A hearty and wholesome midweek meal.
Smoked mackerel, beet and apple salad with creamy horseradish dressing
Hearty, filling and rich in protein, this smoked mackerel salad with crunchy apple and vibrant beetroot would pack up to make a great lunch.
Healthy cod rice one-pot
Serve pieces of cod with basil and sweet tomatoes for a light, nourishing dinner.
Healthy fishcakes
These high-protein salmon fishcakes are full of aromatic flavours thanks to red chilli, lime and ginger.
Salmon curry traybake
Looking for an easy mid-week salmon recipe? This vibrant salmon dish is packed with punchy flavours and will make for a near-effortless meal to feed the family.
Paprika cod and chickpea traybake
Try this easy cod and chickpea traybake for a wholesome dinner. It's a great midweek option for when you're short on time but still want something healthy.
Caribbean fish curry
Simmer fish in this fragrant, spicy curry sauce until perfectly cooked. Serve with brown rice, if you're looking for something more filling.
Chargrilled tuna with crunchy lemon bulgar salad
Serve perfectly seared tuna steak with zingy lemon bulgar wheat salad for a light lunch or dinner.
Spicy mango-glazed fish
This quick spicy mango-glazed fish is great if you're going gluten-free. The mango salsa adds a perfect kick to this super simple, light and healthy meal.
Mangetout, pea and fennel salad with smoked trout
Mangetout adds great crunch to all sorts of dishes, including this delicious salad with smoked trout.
Tuna and tomato salad with olives
Marinated tomatoes and Kalamata olives add pops of colour to this Mediterranean-style tuna salad.
Haddock and spinach rye toasts recipe
Try this high-protein smoked haddock on toasted rye with wilted spinach and soft boiled eggs for a quick, healthy breakfast.
Sumac salmon with spring fattoush
This nourishing sumac-frilled salmon recipe packs in 10 different plant foods thanks to a vibrant, no-cook fattoush made with beetroot, cucumber, feta and plenty of fresh herbs.
Soy steamed sea bream with ginger and spring onions
Give your sea bream a fragrant lift with fresh ginger, soy sauce, red chilli and spring onions. This dish is best made in a steamer but is still easy to cook without one.
Salmon with pesto crust
An easy baked salmon recipe for a vibrant midweek meal, this is one of our healthiest salmon recipes. It takes 15 minutes in the oven and it's full of protein and low in calories.
Ahi tuna poké
Try our refreshing ahi poke bowl, a Hawaiian healthy dish made using fresh tuna and served with rice and chopped avocado.
Green bean, broccoli and salmon salad with teriyaki dressing
Try our simple salmon salad recipe with crunchy greens and a sweet teriyaki dressing, ready in just 15 minutes.
Cod with tomato bean stew
Make the most of seasonal cod in this quick recipe with a flavour-packed tomato bean stew for less than 400 calories.
Chermoula fish
Flavour sea bream or bass with a quick homemade chermoula. Wrapping fish in baking paper is a great hack, as it ensures the fish cooks well and stays moist.
Smoked trout, new potato and grilled cucumber salad
For something a little different, try grilling the cucumbers in this smoked trout and potato salad.
Miso-glazed sea bass with ginger greens
Eating healthily doesn't have to mean compromising on taste. This miso-glazed sea bass with ginger greens is quick and easy to make, yet filled with fresh and vibrant flavours.
Ginger salmon with beetroot pickles
Try our Scandinavian-inspired dinner of salmon with beetroot and dill pickles. You'll get plenty of good fats.
Healthy fish pie
Craving pie but after something nutritious? Have a go at making our healthier take on fish pie, packed with haddock, salmon, prawns and butter beans and more.
Cod, kale and marinated beans
For a double protein hit, serve cod with nutritious beans and speedy marinated kale.
Fish curry with tomatoes and tamarind
This fish curry with tomatoes and tamarind is a super easy recipe, ready in 30 minutes and packed with fantastic flavours. It's perfect for a midweek meal or weekend comfort food.
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