Seafood Recipes for Mother's Day

Florida Fish Dip

My favorite in Florida, this classic Fish Dip is a seafood spread blending smoked fish with cream cheese, mayo, and spices. Enjoyed as a popular appetizer in the Keys, it's best served with crackers and fresh veggies.

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Florida Fish Dip Recipe

This traditional Florida Fish Dip is a popular seafood spread made by combining smoked fish with cream cheese, mayonnaise, herbs, and spices. It is typically served in the Keys as an appetizer with crackers and cut-up vegetables.

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Peel 'n Eat Shrimp

These perfectly cooked shrimp are bathed in a blend of seasonings. Prized for their delicious flavor and sturdy bite, West Pink shrimp are a powerful addition to any spread.

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Peel 'n Eat Shrimp

Peel and Eat Shrimp is a simple appetizer that everyone always loves. You boil shrimp, toss them with seafood seasoning, and chill for an hour. Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.

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Seared Yellowfin Tuna with Sesame Dipping Sauce

Seared to perfection, our Seared Yellowfin Tuna gets a flavor boost from a rich, nutty sesame dipping sauce. This recipe takes 1 minute to cook! Make early in the day and chill until ready to serve.

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Seared Yellowfin Tuna with Sesame Dipping Sauce

Seared Yellowfin Tuna with Sesame Sauce is a quick and tasty recipe that lets you indulge in the vibrant flavors of seafood right in your own home. Enjoy the deloicious taste of Ahi tuna complemented by a rich and nutty sesame seed sauce on the side.

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Green Mussels Cooked with Garlic and White Wine

This recipe is an effortless way to cook any kind of mussels. These plump green mussels bathe in a garlicky white wine broth. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's the perfect summer dish that's both impressive and effortless.

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Green Mussels Recipe

Not only are green-lipped mussels beautiful to look at, but they are also easy to cook, very plump, and really delicious. In this recipe, the mussels are seasoned with garlic, shallots, wine, and butter. They cook quickly and make a delicious appetizer or main dish.

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Oven Roasted Mahi Mahi with Old Bay

My son ate this fish and said, "Good stuff!" The fish was caught a few hours before his dinner. A little Old Bay, butter, lemon, and salt, and nothing could be finer.

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Oven Roasted Mahi Mahi with Old Bay

Oven Roasted Mahi Mahi is packed with flavor. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights! Old Bay seasoning brings a burst of Chesapeake Bay seasoning to this flaky fish, ready in 20 minutes.

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Pan Fried Yellowtail Snapper

This flaky white fish gets a beautiful golden crust from almond flour, and the delicate flavor shines through. Perfect for a quick fried fish meal, and ready in under 15 minutes.

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Pan Fried Yellowtail Snapper

Yellowtail is a sweet, flaky fish from the Florida Keys that cooks up quickly. This recipe fries the fish in butter and oil, making it golden and ready in just five minutes.

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Sauteed Shrimp with Coconut Aminos

Sweet Key West Pink Shrimp are sauteed in butter and garlic and seasoned with coconut aminos or soy sauce. Then topped with lemon zest and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

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Sauteed Shrimp with Coconut Aminos

Enjoy shrimp sauteed with coconut aminos and butter sauce, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a healthy and delicious weeknight meal.

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Blackened Tacos

Perfectly seasoned, flaky fish gets a kick from our signature blackening spice. Served on soft tortillas with all the fixings, these tacos are a crowd-pleaser guaranteed to please all ages.

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Easy Blackened Snapper Tacos with Cilantro Lime Sauce

These blackened fish tacos with creamy cilantro lime sauce are so tasty and perfect for your next taco Tuesday. They only require a few simple steps and are ready to serve in 20 minutes.

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Seared Tripletail

So easy to cook and so delicious to eat! Fresh tripletail from the Keys is seared for a few minutes in a hot skillet and topped with lemon butter sauce.

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Seared Tripletail with Lemon Butter Sauce

Delicately seared tripletail, complemented by a sweet garlic butter sauce. Serve with rice or roasted veggies for a complete meal.

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Key West Pink Shrimp Salad

Fresh shrimp is the key to a great shrimp salad. This recipe makes a tasty shrimp salad with good consistency and it's simple to create.

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Florida Keys Pink Shrimp Salad

Fresh shrimp is the key to a great shrimp salad. This recipe makes a tasty shrimp salad with good consistency and and it's simple to create.

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Lemon Asparagus Rice

Enjoy the refreshing flavors of Lemon Asparagus Rice, a tasty side dish made with jasmine rice and fresh asparagus. This simple side dish is the perfect way to add a touch of springtime freshness to your meal.

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Lemon Asparagus Rice

With its fresh and vibrant flavor, this savory Lemon Asparagus Rice dish can easily fit into just about any menu—whether it's a romantic dinner for two, or a lively family gathering around the table. White rice can easily be flavored with different combinations of herbs and spices.

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Roasted Golden Potatoes

These Roasted Golden Potatoes are packed with rich flavor and texture, perfect for BBQs and poolside gatherings. They're a breeze to whip up and make a healthy alternative to classic French fries.

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Roasted Baby Gold Potatoes

Learn how to roast baby gold potatoes to crispy, golden deliciousness with this easy recipe. Perfect for a side dish or snack!

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Creamy Macaroni Salad

Prepare this classic macaroni salad with ease, this easy-to-make creamy salad can conveniently be made a day in advance, allowing the flavors to blend for an even more irresistible dish the next day. Its sweet creamy dressing with elbow macaroni, crisp veggies, and a touch of tanginess is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

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New York Deli Macaroni Salad

New York Deli Macaroni Salad is a sweet pasta salad made with elbow macaroni, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, vegetables, and a few finely chopped vegetables.

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Mango Pico de Gallo

Try our refreshing Mango Pico de Gallo recipe. It features lots of ripe mangoes, tomatoes, cilantro, peppers, and key limes. It makes a great appetizer or topping for seafood.

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The Best Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe

The best Pico de Gallo is made with vine-ripened Florida mangos, key limes, juicy tomatoes, and fresh veggies. Mango Pico de Gallo is a great raw side dish for all your meals.

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Key Lime Pie

Key lime pie is on every table in Key West this Mother's Day!

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Authentic Key Lime Pie Recipe

Key Lime Pie is a light and refreshing dessert. Learn how to make Key Lime pie with this easy recipe that includes a whipped cream topping.

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Fresh Mango with Chili Lime Salt

Check out this timeless mango recipe! With Florida mangoes in season, it's the perfect time to experiment with seasoning mangoes. While mangoes are delicious on their own, adding a twist with chili lime salt takes mango to a new level.

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Mango with Chili Lime Salt

Mango can be seasoned with chili powder, lime, and salt for a very tasty side dish or dessert.

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Mini Key Lime Cheesecakes

Try our velvety Mini Key Lime Cheesecakes. Each bite is a burst of creamy Key lime flavor atop an almond flour crust, making them the perfect bite-sized indulgence for any occasion. The perfect ending to the perfect meal!

This recipe is low-carb and gluten-free!

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Gluten Free Mini Key Lime Cheesecake Recipe

These individual-sized mini key lime cheesecakes are ideal for serving at parties, gatherings, or simply as a special treat for yourself. The velvety smooth texture of the cream cheese cheesecake filling is complemented by the bright and citrusy flavor of key limes, creating a taste sensation in every bite.

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Takeaway

Seafood Recipes for Mother's Day are an excellent idea!

Fresh seafood is a fantastic theme for your Mother's Day menu, offering an array of flavors and textures.

Whether you're aiming for a classic dish like Roasted Snapper or something more exotic like a seared tripletail, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Seafood dishes add an elegant touch to the table, making your Mother's Day celebration memorable. So why not treat your mom to a delicious seafood feast this year and show her just how much she means to you with every flavorful bite? This Mother's Day, create memories that will last a lifetime with our delicious seafood recipes.

For more Mother's Day recipe ideas, visit our Florida Keys Food page.

Happy Mother's Day ❤️