Happy New Year, seafood!!
Well, it’s that time of year again, when your Instagram feed is a parade of “new year, new me” declarations and your email inbox is flooded with free trials of fitness apps. Who hasn’t optimistically scheduled a 6am workout class or stocked up on those green smoothie ingredients you vow to actually use this time?!
As for our 2025 resolutions, perhaps we need to think less about dramatic transformations and more about sustainable updates to our daily routines. And while “eat more protein” might be on your to-do list, sandwiched somewhere between “actually use your gym membership” and “learn to meditate,” let’s talk about how to stick to a protein-based eating plan. fish!
Here’s the thing about protein: Your body is like that friend who prefers small, frequent coffee dates rather than a massive recovery session. It’s much happier (and more efficient) to spread your protein intake throughout the day, rather than loading up on dinner like many of us do. Seafood is a low-calorie multitasker, providing high-quality protein, essential omega-3s, and vitamin D, no matter which meal you sit down to enjoy. In fact, you can learn more about exactly how much protein your favorite seafood species provides here.
Try starting your day with a shrimp and egg breakfast burrito (hello, breakfast upgrade!), toss a pre-prepared container of 7-layer tuna pasta salad in your picnic lunch (so much better than a sad lunch from vending machine desk) and end up with a perfectly cooked piece of fish for dinner with our Wild Alaskan Pollock in Foil with Chimichurri Sauce. Suddenly, reaching your protein goals seems less like a chore and more like a tasty part of your daily routine.
Fish is not only incredibly versatile, but it usually cooks faster than you can scroll through your social media feed. So we made sure that all these meal plan recipes are rich in protein and easy to prepare. Because, let’s be honest, no one has time to spend hours in the kitchen!
So this year, instead of making the same old resolutions, why not try something that’s actually sustainable? Make 2025 the year you discover how easy and delicious fueling your day with protein from the sea can be.
Breakfast
Breakfast burritos with shrimp and eggs
While these burritos are a delicious start to the day, we think they’re just as great as a light lunch or dinner. Try them and you will be fascinated!
Easy egg and crab muffins
The egg and crab proteins will give you a much-needed boost and help you stay full and focused throughout the morning.
Lunch
Grilled cod and avocado tacos
Talk about an adaptable taco! We’ve been reaching for cod lately to make this recipe, but tilapia and mahi-mahi also work well.
Creamy clam chowder
Soups ahead! A simple 3-ounce serving of clams provides a hefty amount of brain-boosting vitamin B-12 and 22 g of protein.
7 Layer Tuna Pasta Salad
Canned or bagged tuna is shelf-stable and convenient, which makes this pasta salad even easier to make for any meal!
Appetizers
Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs
As much as we love the classic recipe, our twist on deviled eggs ups the nutritional and protein factor by substituting a little salmon and low-fat Greek yogurt.
Crispy Rice Roll With Spicy Tuna
Besides the fabulous taste and easy 25 minute prep time, we love that these sandwiches keep our energy high and keep those midday cravings in check!
Dinner
Instant Pot Tikka Masala Code
Serve your finished cod tikka masala over fluffy basmati rice, top with warm naan bread or pair with your favorite vegetables.
Instant pot pasta with red sauce and clams
You’ll find many variations of this traditional dish, with red or white sauce, fresh or canned clams, but we decided to create a super-quick 20-minute version that you can enjoy at home.
