When it comes to healthy low-carb and diabetes-friendly recipes, seafood really is king.
All fish and shellfish are high in protein, virtually carb-free, and either low-fat or filled with healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
These recipes look very beautiful and elaborate but most are quite easy to make, so they are great for impressing your family and friends (or just for a delicious weeknight dinner).
When you cook with seafood, buy high-quality fresh ingredients, especially for poke or ceviche where you eat the fish raw.
It’s ok to buy the shrimp frozen, but the rest of the recipes should be made with fresh fish.
Diabetes-Friendly Seafood Recipes
Low-carb and diabetes-friendly seafood recipes that are both flavorful and packed with nutrients like omega-3s and lean protein.
Following these recipes can help you enjoy flavorful meals while keeping your blood sugar levels stable.
This recipe for baked salmon is a perfect way to incorporate this delicious fish into your menu. When drizzled with the lemon-garlic butter, you’ll feel like you ordered this meal off the menu of a fancy restaurant!
Calories: 350
Carbs: 2 grams
Fat: 25 grams
Protein: 29 grams
Craving Asian noodle dishes but don’t want the blood glucose spike that comes with regular noodles?
That’s why I love making shirataki noodles with shrimp stir-fry! The medley of shrimp, bok choy, broccoli slaw, and carrots over the low-carb noodles is so satisfying.
Calories: 227
Carbs: 15 grams
Fat: 8 grams
Protein: 17 grams
This keto tuna salad is a great example of a high-fat, low-carb recipe that incorporates a healthy portion of vegetables. And thanks to the canned tuna, you can throw this dish together in 5 minutes or less!
Calories: 225
Carbs: 7 grams
Fat: 13 grams
Protein: 14 grams
The dish is bright, simple, and really lets the natural flavor of the crab take the spotlight. It’s also super easy to make and packed with vitamins and minerals.
Calories: 131
Carbs: 4 grams
Fat: 3 grams
Protein: 22 grams
By eliminating the crust, this quiche becomes incredibly simple to prepare. Just mix the ingredients and bake.
Calories: 183
Carbs: 9 grams
Fat: 8 grams
Protein: 19 grams
Not only is this dish delicious, but it’s also very simple to make! Just whip up the sauce in a pan on the stove, pour it over the cod fillets, and bake for about 15 minutes. That’s it!
Calories: 233
Carbs: 1 grams
Fat: 17 grams
Protein: 20 grams
Don’t you love when you bring a dish to a party or get-together and suddenly everyone is asking you for the recipe? That’s what always happens with this smoked salmon spread.
Calories: 47
Carbs: 1 grams
Fat: 3 grams
Protein: 13 grams
This recipe has basic ingredients and simple prep steps. It’s a great way to add healthy fats and protein to your plate, and the flavor is downright crave-worthy.
Calories: 322
Carbs: 3 grams
Fat: 14 grams
Protein: 44 grams
These low-carb salmon tacos feature flaky, tender fish and a jalapeño salsa with corn and avocado that’s bursting with bright, fresh flavor!
Calories: 321
Carbs: 18 grams
Fat: 17 grams
Protein: 26 grams
Rather than cooking the fish with heat, you marinate it in lemon or lime juice along with other ingredients and spices.
Calories: 154
Carbs: 7 grams
Fat: 2 grams
Protein: 27 grams
Grilled shrimp skewers are tasty, easy to prepare, and can be enjoyed in a lot of different ways.
You can leave them on the skewers and serve them as an appetizer, or add the shrimp to your meal as the main protein.
Calories: 134
Carbs: 2 grams
Fat: 2 grams
Protein: 25 grams
Savory shrimp with crisp snow peas, bell peppers, and thinly sliced carrots come together for a bowl that is simply irresistible.
Calories: 231
Carbs: 14 grams
Fat: 11 grams
Protein: 19 grams
The coconut milk, green curry paste, and fish sauce give the curry that distinct Thai flavor we all love. And even though it has that yummy creamy feel from the coconut milk, it doesn’t feel heavy at all.
Calories: 228
Carbs: 9 grams
Fat: 10 grams
Protein: 26 grams
This stew is a southern staple with just enough Cajun seasoning to give it a little kick. The potatoes balance out the heat while the shrimp soak up all the amazing flavor.
Calories: 335
Carbs: 25 grams
Fat: 12 grams
Protein: 31 grams
Is there anything better than sitting down to a big bowl of steamed clams? This recipe is so easy that you can make it any time you’re in the mood for seafood!
Calories: 267
Carbs: 16 grams
Fat: 8 grams
Protein: 24 grams
The cabbage is crunchy and filling, and the flavor from the red bell peppers, onion, and garlic is so delicious. Just add a little shrimp for protein and you have a perfect, easy, healthy meal ready to go!
Calories: 209
Carbs: 20 grams
Fat: 6 grams
Protein: 18 grams
This one-pot seafood sausage gumbo made with sausage, scallops, shrimp, and crab is so delicious! It’s also low-carb, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly.
Calories: 296
Carbs: 16 grams
Fat: 13 grams
Protein: 29 grams
These scallop cakes are just as tasty as their crab-meat counterparts! They have a perfectly golden crust and are absolutely delicious with a little tartar sauce.
Calories: 269
Carbs: 11 grams
Fat: 14 grams
Protein: 22 grams
Shrimp are a great source of protein and go well with bright, fresh flavors. Combined with tomatoes, garlic, red onion, and paprika, this dish turns into the kind of quick meal you’ll want to make all the time.
Calories: 177
Carbs: 3 grams
Fat: 6 grams
Protein: 29 grams
iA one-pan dish that comes together in about 30 minutes. It’s perfect for a busy weeknight when you want something tasty and nutritious without too much prep or cleanup.
Calories: 201
Carbs: 20 grams
Fat: 4 grams
Protein: 26 grams
This Tuna Nicoise Salad gets a little bit of spice from the parsley and mustard dressing for a delicious, flavorful, and healthy take on a classic recipe!
Calories: 405
Carbs: 18 grams
Fat: 13 grams
Protein: 39 grams
Snapper is an excellent source of lean protein that tastes amazing! Paired with a simple celery and parsley salad tossed with tahini dressing, this delicious and healthy meal is ready in less than 30 minutes.
Calories: 313
Carbs: 6 grams
Fat: 16 grams
Protein: 35 grams
This classic Hawaiian Ahi Tuna Poke recipe includes soy, sesame oil, and spices for a high-protein, luxuriously fresh dish! It takes less than 10 minutes to prep and requires no actual cooking.
Calories: 433
Carbs: 13 grams
Fat: 29 grams
Protein: 31 grams
Want to know the secret to flavorful salmon patties that don’t dry out? It’s easy: just add some avocado!
Calories: 171
Carbs: 4 grams
Fat: 10 grams
Protein: 17 grams
Ditch the bread crumbs and try these low-carb crab cakes instead! You still get the perfect golden exterior and wonderful crab flavor without all the carbs or gluten.
Calories: 388
Carbs: 7 grams
Fat: 27 grams
Protein: 31 grams
When you have tried any of these healthy low-carb seafood recipes, please let me know in the comment how you liked them.
You can find more diabetes-friendly recipes in these roundups:
Jim
My daughter made us the garlic cod last night using haddock. It WAS Great! I asked for the recipe for my wife and I and saw the other recipes! Will be trying them as we snowbird in Florida with fresh catch! If only the ladies weren’t allergic to shrimp! Will be signing for your newsletter!
Doryan Sanchez
Hi would you add other foods not only seafood thank you
Christel Oerum
Try checking out our large amount of recipe roundups
Robin Gleason
A beautiful collection of healthy seafood! Thanks so much for including me. Shared!