Rich in protein and healthy fats, wild-caught seafood is an easy and delicious choice for anyone following a dairy free diet. Replacing full-fat dairy with wild-caught seafood from Alaska can be a great way to swap out saturated fats with heart-healthy omega-3s. Many species of wild-caught fish are rich in vitamin D, too, which is a nutrient that will help you absorb calcium from the dairy-free foods that you enjoy. *As always, please consult with your doctor before starting a new diet plan, especially if you have any pre-existing conditions.*
These 5 recipes spotlighting wild-caught fish from Alaska make it easy to skip the dairy.
Bold and Saucy BBQ Salmon Sandwich
Skip the usual deli-style lunch fare and try our bold no-recipe recipe for a saucy BBQ salmon sandwich. Broiling emulates the classic char of barbeque for a quick at-home meal. As an optional step, brine the sockeye or coho salmon fillet in saltwater while the broiler is preheating for extra flavor and moisture.
You can make our recipe for Bold and Saucy BBQ Salmon Sandwich if you have:
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BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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Sandwich bread
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Toppings of your choice, such as slaw, pickles, and/or sliced onions
One-Pot Green Curry with Wild-Caught Seafood
The coconut milk in this recipe offers rich creaminess without dairy. This curry is endlessly flexible, simply by switching up the wild caught-seafood and vegetables. Serve it on its own as a curried chowder, or over rice or noodles.
You can make our recipe for One-Pot Green Curry with Wild-Caught Seafood if you have:
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Onion and garlic
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Fresh or frozen vegetables
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Ginger
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Chili flakes or fresh spicy chili
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Thai green curry paste
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Coconut milk
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Stock
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Lime
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Sugar
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Scallions, cilantro, and/or Thai basil
Almond Crusted Salmon with Citrusy Beets
Almonds work double duty in this recipe, providing heart-healthy fats and crunchy texture. Because beets take longer to roast, pop them in the oven before adding wild-caught salmon from Alaska to the sheet pan. If your beets come with fresh beet greens, saute those as a healthy, calcium-rich side this meal.
You can make our recipe for Almond Crusted Salmon with Citrusy Beets if you have:
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Red beets
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Balsamic or white balsamic vinegar
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Thyme
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Orange
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Chopped almonds
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Paprika
Panko-Crusted Pacific Halibut Cheeks with Katsu Sauce
Whether pan- or air-fried, these panko-crusted Pacific Halibut Cheeks from Alaska are warm and comforting. Served with a crunchy slaw, this crowd-pleasing dish makes any workday lunch or weeknight meal brighter.
You can make our recipe for Panko-Crused Pacific Halibut Cheeks with Katsu Sauce if you have:
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Flour
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Egg
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Plain panko breadcrumbs
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High-heat cooking oil
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Ketchup
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Soy sauce
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Worcestershire sauce
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Cabbage
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Ginger-miso dressing, or something similar
Sesame Soba Noodles with Flaked Salmon
This easily adaptable recipe brings bold takeout flavors home, balanced with the subtle creaminess of tahini. For the protein in this meal, opt to use either hot smoked sockeye salmon or leftover, cooked salmon — either works well. Additionally, crank up the spice level or throw in whatever vegetables you have on hand.
You can make our recipe for Sesame Soba Noodles with Flaked Salmon if you have:
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Noodles (soba, somen, or spaghetti)
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Soy sauce
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Sesame oil
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Rice wine or apple cider vinegar
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Tahini
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Ginger
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Garlic
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Shredded cabbage
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Scallions and cilantro
