16 Unbelievably Delicious Kid-Friendly Fish Recipes

Seafood can sometimes be a tough sell for kids, but it doesn't have to be. These easy, delicious, family-friendly fish dinners are kid-approved, whether you are expanding your dinner horizons or observing Lent.

Crispy Baked Fish Sandwiches with Avocado Mayo and Pickled Onion

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Upgrade your typical fish sandwich with this baked version! I appreciate the tasty toppings such as pickled red onions and avocado mayo. Each person can make their sandwich the way they want, and any leftover mayo and onions can be repurposed on sandwiches or wraps throughout the week.

Fish Cakes with Tarragon Mayo

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Poached cod and boiled potatoes are shaped into thick, hearty fish cakes that then get broiled until crispy and golden brown. They're make-ahead friendly for busy weeknights, and the tarragon-mayo is served on the side for kids who might be skeptical.

Salmon with Brown Sugar Glaze

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A flavorful brown sugar glaze is sure to entice picky eaters to give this salmon a try. Contributor Emily Weinberger says, "When baking salmon, line the sheet pan with foil. The salmon skin will not get crispy enough to release from the sheet pan like it would in a hot skillet. The foil will prevent the skin from sticking to the sheet pan, making clean up a lot easier."

Easy Fish Tacos

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Tacos aren’t just for Tuesdays! These quick and easy easy fish tacos are a perfect meal for any night of the week. You can use cod, halibut, or tilapia for the filling and let everyone build their own taco just the way they like it.

Smoked Salmon Pasta

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After serving this for dinner, my family finally agreed that they like salmon. Ready in just 30 minutes, this elevated pasta dish uses smoked salmon, which requires zero prep work.

Crispy Panko Fish Sticks

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Skip the frozen kind and make homemade fish sticks. Use a firm white fish, such as cod, and fry in a shallow pan. They're crispy, tender, and perfect for dipping in tartar sauce.

Sole Piccata

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A quick dusting in flour and a sauté in olive oil transforms these small, thin fillets into a tender and flaky entrée that is ready in just 20 minutes. A simple lemon-caper pan sauce is the perfect accompaniment to spoon over the top or set aside for dipping.

Salmon with Potatoes and Pesto

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This sheet pan meal is a vibrant, 30-minute weeknight dinner win. Kids not a fan of green? Contributor Sara Haas advises, "You can easily swap pesto for other sauces or allow people to add their own toppings to the salmon. Try garlic butter with herbs, a swipe of hummus and a drizzle of olive oil, or a bit of Dijon mustard and dill. You can even stick with seasoning simply with salt and pepper then serve with lemon wedges."

Salmon Fried Rice

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This recipe calls for cooked salmon, so it's perfect for using up any leftovers you have on hand. I love serving it with baby bok choy.

Pasta with Tuna and Arugula

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No time to go to the store? Grab a couple cans of oil-packed tuna and a box of pasta out of the pantry. Behold! Dinner is served. You can pull out a couple servings of the pasta before adding the arugula for any littles that may not appreciate its peppery flavor.

Cod Fish Cakes

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These cod cakes are like crispy fish burgers! Founder Elise Bauer says, "If you don't have cod, any white fish like sole or pollock will do."

Chillo al Ajillo (Pan Fried Red Snapper in Garlic Sauce)

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Treat yourself and your family to a classic Lenten Puerto Rican dish. This version is simplified by using fillets of red snapper instead of the whole fish. Served skin-on and topped with a garlic sauce, this dish is bound to awaken your senses. Serve with easy black beans and rice.

Grilled Salmon With Peach Salsa

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A bit of smoky char from the grill and a bright, juicy peach and avocado salsa make this a colorful and refreshing fish dinner. Kids can opt to have their grilled salmon plain, if they prefer.

Baked Cod with Ritz Cracker Topping

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Get the kids to help make dinner by crushing up some Ritz crackers. The crackers get mixed with melted butter and spread on top of the fish for a buttery, crunchy topping. This 5-ingredient recipe is ready in just 30 minutes.

Easy Baked Salmon

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Instead of dealing with individual fillets, cook a whole side of salmon in a coating of lemony garlic butter and herbs. Be sure to check for pin bones before cooking or have the fishmonger remove them before bringing it home.

Tuna Melt

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These crispy, cheesy, tuna melts are cooked to order and served with chips and a dill pickle, just like at the neighborhood diner. Use canned solid white tuna and plenty of butter for the outside of the bread.

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