Make the Most of Summer With These 23 Fresh Seafood Recipes

Nothing says summer like seafood that’s fresh, light, and full of flavor. If you’re trying to make the most of summer with these seafood recipes, you’re in for something seriously delicious. Think beachy vibes, breezy dinners, and easy meals that taste like a coastal getaway. These dishes bring all the seasonal goodness without a ton of effort.

Slow Cooked Salmon with Citrus

Baked salmon in a dish next to a bowl of lemon slices. — Slow Cooked Salmon with Citrus. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Slow cooked salmon uses olive oil as a fail-safe way to have perfect salmon every time with lemons, oranges and hot pepper flakes.
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Chilled Shrimp Salad

Shrimp salad on a croissant with dill on the side. — Chilled Shrimp Salad. Photo credit: Butter & Baggage.

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Perfect for a light summer lunch, this Chilled Shrimp Salad combines crisp veggies and succulent shrimp in a zesty dressing. A true celebration of coastal recipes USA.
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Mussels with Apples

Close-up of a dish featuring cooked mussels in their shells, garnished with sliced mushrooms and fresh chopped parsley—an elegant option perfect for effortless weeknight dinners. — Mussels with Apples. Photo credit: Butter & Baggage.

This unexpected pairing of Mussels and Apples delivers a savory-sweet twist with a white wine broth that’s both elegant and comforting.
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Crispy Pan Fried Buffalo Shrimp

A platter of crispy Buffalo shrimp. — Crispy Pan Fried Buffalo Shrimp. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Pan fried Buffalo shrimp with a crispy exterior that are coated in a homemade buttery Buffalo sauce, a quick and easy appetizer or dinner.
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Shrimp Pasta With Mascarpone

Parmesan being added to shrimp and pasta. — Shrimp Pasta With Mascarpone. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This easy shrimp and spinach pasta with mascarpone is rich and creamy and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.
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Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas

Fire up the grill for easy shrimp quesadillas stuffed with grilled corn and marinated shrimp. Grilled corn and green onions make all the difference for this light and simple dinner.
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Shrimp And Asparagus With Lemon Vinaigrette

Oven roasted shrimp over asparagus on a platter — Shrimp And Asparagus With Lemon Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Shrimp and Asparagus with a lemon shallot vinaigrette is a light and healthy one pan dinner you can make in less than 30 minutes.
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Marinated Shrimp Recipe

A bowl filled with cooked shrimp garnished with herbs and thin onion rings, seasoned with pepper and inspired by classic shrimp recipes, sits on a tiled surface beside a gray napkin and a spoon. — Marinated Shrimp Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This marinated cold shrimp is a no fuss recipe that sits overnight in an Old Bay and lemon sauce for perfect shrimp cocktails and you can also add them to salads, pasta, etc.
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Salmon with Anchovy Butter

A skillet of salmon fillets with a spatula and a lemon. — Salmon with Anchovy Butter. Photo credit: Butter & Baggage.

Elevate dinner with this rich and savory Salmon with Anchovy Butter—a flavor-packed recipe that’s both quick and elegant.
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Crawfish Étouffée

A bowl of crawfish etouffee over rice next to a napkin.. — Crawfish Étouffée. Photo credit: Butter & Baggage.

This Louisiana favorite, Crawfish Étouffée, brings bold spices and rich roux together for one of the best regional seafood dishes you’ll ever taste.
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Southern Shrimp and Grits

A platter of shrimp and grits with two glasses of wine. — Southern Shrimp and Grits. Photo credit: Butter & Baggage.

Comforting, creamy, and packed with flavor, Shrimp and Grits is a soulful Southern classic that’s perfect for brunch or dinner.
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Shrimp Scampi With Zucchini Noodles

Shrimp and zucchini in a skillet — Shrimp Scampi With Zucchini Noodles. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Looking for a healthy, quick and easy dinner tonight? Try keto shrimp scampi with zucchini noodles. Garlic and butter coat the zoodles, you won’t even miss the pasta.
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Southern-Style Seafood Boil

A platter of old bay seafood boil — Southern-Style Seafood Boil. Photo credit: Butter & Baggage.

Loaded with crab legs, shrimp, sausage, and corn, this Seafood Boil is the ultimate family-style feast. Dig in and enjoy one of the best summer seafood recipes.
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Baja Fish Taco Bar

A close-up of a taco filled with crispy fried fish, shredded purple cabbage, fresh cilantro, and drizzled with a creamy sauce, all wrapped in a soft corn tortilla. — Baja Fish Taco Bar. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This DIY Baja Fish Taco Bar makes dinner a breeze—just set out the toppings and let everyone build their perfect coastal bite.
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Sriracha Shrimp With Coconut Rice

Sriracha Shrimp paired with coconut rice is a DELICIOUS combination. Cooking the rice in coconut milk gives it a slightly sweet taste that’s perfect with the spicy shrimp.
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Instant Pot Jambalaya

A close-up of a bowl of jambalaya, featuring rice mixed with shrimp, sausage, chopped tomatoes, green onions, and fresh herbs. The dish appears colorful, hearty, and freshly prepared. — Instant Pot Jambalaya. Photo credit: Spicy Southern Kitchen.

Classic Creole flavors meet modern convenience in this Instant Pot Jambalaya—spicy, satisfying, and ready in under an hour.
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Cold Lemon Orzo Salad With Shrimp

Shrimp salad in a bowl with a spoon. — Cold Lemon Orzo Salad With Shrimp. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This cold lemon orzo salad recipe effortlessly marries shrimp, citrus, garlic, and fragrant basil for a quick and easy dinner.
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Slow-Roasted Halibut with Burst Tomatoes

Two fillets of cooked fish topped with chopped herbs sit in a skillet surrounded by roasted red and yellow cherry tomatoes. — Slow-Roasted Halibut with Burst Tomatoes. Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

This elegant Slow-Roasted Halibut with fresh tomatoes and gremolata is light, bright, and perfect for any summer seafood menu.
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Shrimp Enchiladas With Sour Cream Cheese Sauce

A shrimp enchilada being removed from a baking dish. — Shrimp Enchiladas With Sour Cream Cheese Sauce. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Creamy shrimp enchiladas have an amazing sour cream cheesy sauce with a tender juicy shrimp filling that’s easy enough for a weeknight.
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Southern Fried Catfish

Two pieces of golden-brown fried fish fillets on a white plate with a green floral border, served with two wedges of fresh lemon—a classic favorite from before air fryers changed the way we cook. — Southern Fried Catfish. Photo credit: Southern Plate.

Golden brown and ultra crispy, Southern Fried Catfish is the ultimate comfort food with roots in Southern coastal cooking.
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Seafood Foil Packets With Old Bay

Two shrimp boil packs with toasted bread. — Seafood Foil Packets With Old Bay. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Shrimp boil foil packets are an easy way to get the great flavor of a shrimp boil without standing over the stove. A terrific meal, ready in 30 minutes!
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Low Country Boil

A plate featuring crab legs, corn on the cob, red potatoes, garlic cloves, and a metal cup of melted butter makes this a standout among one pot dinner recipes, with a yellow and white striped cloth nearby. — Low Country Boil. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This festive Low Country Boil is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser—shrimp, corn, sausage, and potatoes all cooked in one big flavorful pot.
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Shrimp Carbonara With Grilled Corn

A skillet of creamy shrimp carbonara. — Shrimp Carbonara With Grilled Corn. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Follow these easy make-ahead steps for shrimp carbonara with grilled corn (it doesn’t have to be grilled) and bacon.
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