National Seafood Month

Seafood and The Mediterranean Diet

Fish and seafood are an integral part of the Mediterranean diet. Which is no surprise considering most of the countries that this style of eating is based on surround the Mediterranean Sea.

On the Mediterranean diet Food Pyramid, fish and seafood are recommended often – about two times a week.

This correlates with the current (which are in the process of being updated as we speak) Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which recommends about 8oz of fish per week for the general population. This roughly translates into 2 servings a week.

Health Benefits of Seafood

Fish are a great part of a healthy diet because they are a lean source of protein while being low in saturated fat. They are also a source of iodine, zinc, and certain vitamins.

One of the biggest benefits is that they are a source of Omega 3 fatty acids.

Read more about Omega 3s and Seafood in this article.

Our Favorite Mediterranean Diet Seafood Recipes

We are no strangers to seafood recipes here at The Domestic Dietitian. We’ve rounded up our favorites to date –

1. Healthy Baked Fish Sticks
2. Fish Taco Wraps
3. Cast Iron Skillet Salmon

1. Mediterranean Sautéed Shrimp with Herb Sauce
2. Mini Salmon Sliders
3. Ahi Tuna Rice Bowl with Mango

1. Crispy Skin Salmon with Pickled Cucumber
2. Kid Friendly Tuna Melt
3. Fish Tacos with Jalapeño Hummus

1. Spicy Grilled Shrimp
2. Mini Ahi Tuna Poke Bowls
3. Mediterranean Tuna Pasta Salad

More Seafood Resources

Check out these other articles for even more great information about the power of seafood –