Lent

Fish Recipes for Picky Eaters

By Gretel Morales - 2024-02-27T12:02:12Z
At kiwilimón, we are known for sharing the best fish fillet recipes, shrimp broth, ceviche, fish wrapped in paper, fish tacos, and much more. Not only are these perfect options for Lent, but we also have fish recipes for kids, which are great options to improve their nutrition!The 10 fish recipes we will share below are ideal for your weekly menu, your children's lunch, Lent, or simply if you want them to not be picky eaters and eat everything.You can also read: 7 delights with canned tuna for Lent10 Fish Recipes for KidsIf you have kids at home, don't hesitate to cook one of these 10 dishes so that your children can try all kinds of fish and also enjoy great benefits, as it is a protein rich in omega-3, vitamin B2, vitamin D, iron, calcium, zinc, potassium, and more. 1. Fish Nuggets This type of food is not necessarily the healthiest or most nutritious, which is why we gave it a twist and created this recipe for fish nuggets, made with fresh fish, vegetables, and other 100% healthy ingredients. They are the perfect food for lunch, a meal at home, or as a snack. Serve them with vegetables or salad, and you're done! You'll have a complete meal. 2. Tuna Club Sandwich Sandwiches are one of those dishes that kids and adults love. This time, we prepared it with canned tuna, saving you a lot of time and effort in the kitchen. Serve it for lunch, dinner, or as a snack, and pair it with sweet potato fries or salad. 3. Potato and Tuna Pie It doesn't matter if you don't have much time to cook or a wide variety of ingredients in your kitchen, as this potato and tuna pie will be the recipe that saves you, as it will be ready in just 45 minutes. Serve it with roasted vegetables or salad for a more complete meal. 4. Fish Soup If you want to include more vegetables in your children's meals, then you have to make them this fish soup, which includes very nutritious ingredients like tomato, carrot, potato, bell pepper, and fresh fish. To top it off, the soup will be ready in just 50 minutes. 5. Crispy Tuna Tacos With these crispy tacos, even the picky eaters will want some. They are made with tuna, corn tortillas, and spicy guacamole, but you can omit the chili to make it suitable for your little ones. Serve these tacos with vegetable soup and a refreshing drink. See more: Why is meat not eaten during Lent?6. Battered FishThis is a classic of Mexican cuisine! Mexicans love fish and seafood, so we created this battered fish recipe, which you can enjoy with rice and salad or in tacos. To make this fish fillet recipe healthier and lighter, you can reduce the amount of oil or make them in an air fryer. 7. Cucumber Rolls with TunaTransform the traditional and boring tuna salad into something delicious, nutritious, and practical. This recipe for cucumber rolls with tuna salad will be a hit among the little ones, and they will even want to take them to school for lunch. 8. Fish BarsCook the best fish recipes for the whole family with kiwilimón! The perfect example that this ingredient doesn’t have to be unpleasant is this recipe for fish bars coated with amaranth, which turn out very crispy! In addition to containing all the benefits of fish and amaranth, this recipe can be paired with a multitude of sides, from mashed potatoes to salad. Are you ready to try them? 9. Fish Tinga TostadasRun to the kitchen and prepare these fish tinga tostadas for a practical, healthy, and satisfying meal for the whole family. If your little ones don't eat spicy food, just omit adding chipotle chili to the sauce. Serve this tinga on tostadas with refried beans, sour cream, cheese, and lettuce. 10. Fish Rolls Stuffed with VegetablesYour kids will start to love fish after trying these red snapper rolls stuffed with bell pepper and zucchini. Plus, for a complete meal, you just need to serve it with some rice, steamed vegetables, and a refreshing drink. As you can see, these 10 fish fillet and tuna recipes are just what you need to get your kids to eat more fish, especially if they are picky eaters. Let us know which one they liked the most!See more: The benefits of eating seafood during Lent