13 easy fish dinners to get you through Lent

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Looking for some fresh ideas to spice up your Lenten meals? We’ve got you covered with a list of easy fish dinners that’ll keep things interesting without keeping you in the kitchen all night. From quick air fryer delights to simple, flavor-packed pans, these recipes will have you sailing through the Lent season in a tasty way!

Air fryer cod on a plate with green beans and rice.
Air Fryer Cod. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Air Fryer Scallops

Air fryer scallops with green beans and rice on a plate.
Air Fryer Scallops. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Perfectly seared scallops from your air fryer, dressed up with a zingy chive and lemon butter sauce. Quick, fancy, and just right for Lent.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Scallops

Blackened Cod

Blackened cod served with tri color quinoa.
Blackened Cod. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Whip up this blackened cod with pantry spices and a quick sear. It’s the no-fuss, flavor-packed dinner that Lent calls for.
Get the Recipe: Blackened Cod

Blackened Mahi Mahi

Blackened mahi mahi over white rice.
Blackened Mahi Mahi. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Get dinner on the table in minutes with this easy blackened mahi mahi. A homemade spice blend and a broil make it deliciously simple.
Get the Recipe: Blackened Mahi Mahi

Sheet Pan Turmeric Salmon

Turmeric salmon with cherry sauce and roasted broccoli rabe on a plate.
Sheet Pan Turmeric Salmon. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This sheet pan salmon brings health and taste together with a dash of turmeric and garlic cherry sauce. It’s your easy, anti-inflammatory win for Lent.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Turmeric Salmon

Ahi Tuna Kabobs

Cherry glazed Ahi tuna kabobs over a spiralized salad.
Ahi Tuna Kabobs. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Ahi tuna kabobs, glazed with tart cherry balsamic and served over a vibrant salad. It’s a fresh, fast way to lighten up your Lent dinners.
Get the Recipe: Ahi Tuna Kabobs

Air Fryer Cod

Air fryer cod on a plate with green beans and rice.
Air Fryer Cod. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Lemon-spiced cod from your air fryer delivers a tender and delicate dinner in under 20 minutes. Perfect for an easy Lenten meal.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cod

Air Fryer Crispy Fish Sticks

Air fryer fish sticks with remoulade dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Crispy Fish Sticks. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Homemade and crispy, these air fryer fish sticks are the gluten-free answer to your Lenten prayers. Served with a simple dijon sauce for dipping.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Crispy Fish Sticks

Baked Wild Sockeye Salmon

Baked sockeye salmon with herb caper crust and lemon slices on a sheet pan.
Baked Wild Sockeye Salmon. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Oven-baked sockeye salmon with an herbed crust, ready in just 10-12 minutes. It’s the healthy, quick seafood dinner that’s ideal for Lent.
Get the Recipe: Baked Wild Sockeye Salmon

Brown Butter Shrimp and Orzo

Brown butter shrimp and orzo served with burst cherry tomatoes in a bowl.
Brown Butter Shrimp and Orzo. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Dive into brown butter shrimp over creamy orzo for a meal that feels indulgent yet is surprisingly easy to pull together. A top pick for a Lenten date night at home.
Get the Recipe: Brown Butter Shrimp and Orzo

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

A plate with air fryer salmon bites, rice, broccoli and sauce on it.
Air Fryer Salmon Bites. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Garlic ginger marinated salmon bites, air-fried to perfection. A weeknight-friendly Lent dish that’s big on flavor and light on effort.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp

Bucatini pasta with shrimp in a white bowl.
Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This bucatini and garlic shrimp toss-up is your under-30-minute secret weapon for a delicious Lenten meal. Easy, quick, and utterly scrumptious.
Get the Recipe: Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp

Dijon Almond Crusted Tilapia

Almond crusted tilapia with fresh herbs.
Dijon Almond Crusted Tilapia. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Shake up your Lent with this dijon almond crusted tilapia. It’s pan-fried, ready in 10, and a tasty twist on your fish dinner routine.
Get the Recipe: Dijon Almond Crusted Tilapia

Cod Piccata

Cod piccata on a plate with asparagus and rice.
Cod Piccata. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This almond-floured cod piccata brings a tangy and bright twist to the classic. Easy and gluten-free, it’s a zippy way to lighten up Lent.
Get the Recipe: Cod Piccata

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