9 Plant-Based mostly Seafood Recipes You’ll Love

Curious about plant-based seafood? Thanks to some creative food bloggers, product developers, and recipe makers, there are many ways to enjoy the flavors of the ocean without eating fish or shellfish.

Cue in plant-based seafood alternatives. By using well-known spices such as Old Bay, lemon juice and fresh herbs; classic seafood dips such as cocktail sauce and tartar sauce; and salty umami-rich ingredients like seaweed, kombu and nori can recreate the taste, texture and essence of the ocean.

Now check out this list of plant-based recipes for decadent crab cakes, refreshing ceviche, spicy-sweet poke bowls, and a classic tuna sandwich, courtesy of our friends at Meatless Monday. Then, according to a nutritionist, you should definitely be checking out the healthiest plant-based fast food.

Courtesy of Meatless Monday

A traditional Niçoise salad is made with tuna, but this recipe calls for high-protein chickpeas instead. Throw in all of the salad ingredients with a tangy tarragon shallot dressing and add some crispy sandwich bread for the perfect plant-based picnic lunch.

For the chickpea salad niçoise sandwiches, click here.

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Courtesy The Lusty Vegan

Crab cakes are easy to make on a plant basis. By using palm hearts, diced paprika, seafood seasoning, and a proper garlic dill aioli (you can also use vegan mayo), you can create a crispy and tender cake without spending a lot of money on fresh crabs.

Click here for the Recipe for Palm Crab Cakes with Hearts.

Courtesy Chick Please

Many of us are now familiar with the idea of ​​poke: raw fish, rice, pickled vegetables, creamy or spicy sauces, all conveniently served in a bowl. But raw fish often has a mild taste, so replacing tuna with tofu (for example) isn’t too difficult – especially if the meal is covered in a spicy-sweet miso glaze.

Click here for the Maple Miso Tofu Poke Bowl. Then don’t miss Subway says “outrageous” allegations are affecting sales of their tuna sandwich.

With the kind permission of Heidi’s health kitchen

The tuna sandwich is iconic, but you don’t have to break open a can of fish to enjoy this creamy mayo goodness. Mixing different nuts and seeds such as sunflower seeds, almonds and cashew nuts creates a slightly chunky texture. After adding spices like lemon juice, garlic, onions, celery, and vegan fish sauce (if available), you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find that your herbal brew is surprisingly reminiscent of the original lunch classic.

For the Fake Tuna Fish Sandwich Recipe, Click Here.

Courtesy USA Pulses

Just because you want to cut down on your fish consumption doesn’t mean you have to cut out sushi. As it turns out, sushi can be an excellent option for a plant-based dinner! Sure, you can go with the avocado roll or the cucumber roll or the tempura sweet potato roll. You can also go for something a little more inventive, like this smoky red lentil nori roll. The combination of spicy lentils and crunchy vegetables makes for a delicious and refreshing roll that you won’t find in your local sushi restaurant.

For the nori roll with smoky red lentils click here.

Courtesy of Meatless Monday

When you eat ceviche, the first thing you notice is the tart touch of citrus and a cool touch of coriander. By combining lime juice and fresh herbs with chewy bites like palm hearts, tofu and avocado, you can have a bright summer snack that is easy to make and is entirely plant based.

Click here for the vegan ceviche salad cup recipe.

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Courtesy Vegan Huggs

A classic comfort food, clam chowder is creamy, warm, and decadent. This vegan version of Vegan Huggs requires white mushrooms, non-dairy milk, white wine, and loads of fresh herbs to mimic the feel and aroma of traditional clam soup.

For the vegan clam soup, click here.

Courtesy Fit Men Cook

In this vegan version of Fit Men Cook’s Kevin Curry fried oysters, oyster mushrooms are coated with plant-based buttermilk (oat milk with a little apple cider vinegar) and flavored with Creole / Cajun spices to create a familiar fried oyster texture and flavor. Instead of the typical fried recipe, these healthier oysters are air-fried until they are crispy and golden brown.

For the vegan buttermilk air-fried oysters click here.

Courtesy The Mushroom Council

Scallops are tender and juicy, but also expensive. Trumpet mushrooms are the perfect alternative to scallops because they share similar chewing behavior, mouthfeel, and appearance. This simple recipe from the Mushroom Council requires quickly searing the mushrooms in a cast iron pan with some herbs and butter (can be vegan butter). Plate up with a pilaf or risotto and wait for your guests to be impressed.

For the trumpet mushroom ‘Scallops’ click here.

Now, check out the 35 Best Cast Iron Pan Recipes.