High Protein Fish Recipes

Kedgeree

This high-protein kedgeree is a lighter, modern spin on the British classic — smoky haddock, fluffy basmati rice, peas and soft-boiled eggs all tossed in gently curried spices. It’s comforting without being heavy, ready in about 35 minutes, and delivers a solid protein hit to power you through busy days.

Singapore Fried Rice

Quick, spicy, and packed with prawns, chicken, veg, and eggs – this high-protein Singapore Fried Rice is your new go-to midweek fakeaway. It’s got everything you love in one pan: bold flavour, colourful crunch, and serious gains. Bonus: it’s ready in half an hour and reheats like a dream.

Tuscan Salmon

This creamy Tuscan salmon is a high-protein, weeknight hero that tastes like restaurant food but behaves like a sensible midweek dinner. Pan-seared salmon fillets are smothered in a rich, garlicky sun-dried tomato and spinach sauce. Ready in 25 minutes, packed with protein, and very much not a sad diet meal.

Salmon Risotto

This high-protein salmon risotto is creamy, zesty, herby and downright dreamy. Loaded with flaky salmon, peas, spinach and lemon, it brings gastropub vibes without the gastropub bill. Ready in under 40 minutes and ideal for a cosy, protein-packed weeknight dinner.

Prawn Linguini

This high-protein prawn linguini is fast, fiery, and ridiculously satisfying. Juicy prawns, smoky chorizo, garlic, chilli, and sweet cherry tomatoes come together in a glossy sauce that clings beautifully to al dente linguine. Big flavour. Big protein. Big weeknight win.

Sweet Chilli Salmon

This Sweet Chilli Salmon is sticky, zingy, and cooked to crispy-skinned perfection in just 20 minutes. High in protein, big on flavour, and low on faff — a proper weeknight winner drenched in a glossy sweet-spicy sauce you’ll want to lick off the pan.

Salmon Poke Bowl

Fresh, colourful, and packed with protein, this salmon poke bowl is a 15-minute wonder. Juicy cubes of salmon (raw or seared) sit atop a bed of nutty wild rice, surrounded by crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, and tangy pickled radish. A fiery sriracha mayo drizzle ties it all together. Quick, easy, and utterly delicious!

Maple Glazed Salmon Pasta Salad

Creamy pasta salad meets sweet and sticky maple-glazed salmon in this easy, high-protein dish. Bow-tie pasta brings the charm, while peppers and spring onions add crunch. The salmon? Glazed to perfection and baked until golden. A fresh, zesty, and ridiculously satisfying meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or impressing your nosy neighbour.

Air Fryer Thai Salmon Parcels

Succulent air fryer salmon parcels, bursting with Thai-inspired flavours, wrapped up in foil for maximum juiciness. Marinated in soy, lime, garlic, and ginger, then cooked to flaky perfection in the air fryer. Served with fluffy couscous for a high-protein, fuss-free dinner that’s healthy, delicious, and oddly satisfying to unwrap. Like a present, but tastier.

Prawn Curry

This quick and easy prawn curry is a high-protein, one-pan dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Juicy prawns simmer in a fragrant tomato-based sauce with warming spices and a squeeze of lemon for freshness. Minimal effort. Maximum flavour. Exactly what midweek dinners should be.

Thai Sweet Potato Fish Cakes

Soft, spiced sweet potato meets flaky tuna in these high-protein Thai-inspired fish cakes. A hint of lime, a touch of heat, and a golden, crispy crust make these little beauties irresistible. Perfect for a quick dinner, a fancy lunch, or a “let’s pretend we’re on a Thai beach” kind of meal.