You know it’s officially summer when seafood starts stealing the spotlight! From beachy boils to buttery fish filets, nothing hits quite like the fresh, bold flavors of the coast. These 25 seafood recipes are the go-to favorites locals keep coming back to—and now they’re yours to try at home. This roundup is packed with easy, flavor-packed dishes like zesty lemon butter tilapia, spicy Cajun dips, and crowd-pleasing seafood boils. Whether you’re hosting a backyard bash, planning a beach picnic, or just want a quick weeknight dinner with coastal flair, these recipes are all about making summer delicious.

Easy Pan-Seared Lemon Butter Tilapia

Lemon butter tilapia
Easy Pan-Seared Lemon Butter Tilapia. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Enjoy this lemon butter tilapia in a pan, which is infused with a hint of tart lemon, cilantro, and sweet, creamy butter that creates a delicious dinner for your family. The best part is, it only takes 10 minutes to make this main dish.
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Flavorful Boiling Crab Sauce

Boiling crab sauce shrimp and sausage
Flavorful Boiling Crab Sauce. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Boiling Crab Sauce Recipe, also known as the “Whole Shabang,” is a spicy-sweet, buttery Cajun sauce that pairs perfectly with all your favorite seafood. Hints of Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper, lemon, and garlic come together to create a medium heat that’s ideal for your next seafood dinner.
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Creamy Tortilla Crab Pinwheels (Freeze & Bake)

Crab pinwheels
Creamy Tortilla Crab Pinwheels (Freeze & Bake). Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

These crab pinwheels are great finger food for parties and freezer-friendly, too! Rolled in a flour tortilla, the crab filling combines canned crab meat, softened cream cheese, grated cheddar cheese, diced red bell pepper, and Creole seasoning.
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Low Country Seafood Boil

Lowcountry boil made in an instant pot crab legs potatoes and corn
Low Country Seafood Boil. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Hungry for a flavor-filled low-country seafood boil but find yourself short on time? This Instant Pot recipe for Southern-style low-country boil needs only 10 minutes of prep time! Loaded with snow crab legs, fresh corn on the cob, and fork-tender potatoes, it’s an impressive — but terrifically easy.
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Seafood Boil Seasoning

Make your own seafood boil to go in a bag
Seafood Boil Seasoning. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Create a sensationally flavored seafood boil with this Seafood Boil Seasoning Recipe This seasoning mixture will unmask the full flavor in any seafood yet will not overpower it.
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Easy Lobster Corn Fritters

Lobster corn critters on a plate and spicy aioli sauce in a small bowl with lemon zest and chopped green onion.
Easy Lobster Corn Fritters. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

These lobster corn fritters with fresh corn are so light, crispy, and delicious. Serve up southern corn fritters as a party appetizer, first course for a meal, or even as the entree for dinner.
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Creamy Shrimp Dip Recipe

shrimp dip
Creamy Shrimp Dip Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Here is a new party dip sure to become a favorite. Try my family’s cold shrimp dip made with cream cheese, Old Bay, a touch of mayo, and seasonings all blended together to make an easy-to-scoop cold party appetizer.
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Maryland Crab Dip Crockpot Recipe

Maryland crab dip made in a crock pot
Maryland Crab Dip Crockpot Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Here is the best Maryland crab dip recipe features a creamy, cheesy texture packed with classic crab seasonings. Whether hosting a fun gathering with friends or simply treating your loved ones to a special appetizer, this hot crab dip is guaranteed to be a showstopper. 
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Crowd-Favorite Cold Crab Dip

Cold cream cheese crab dip
Crowd-Favorite Cold Crab Dip. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Sweet lump crab meat from a can, creamy cheeses, and a hint of Old Bay combine to whip up a tasty and crowd-pleasing dip in less than 5 minutes! You will almost hear the ocean waves when you make this creamy cold crab dip recipe.
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Fresh Shrimp Salsa

A white bowl filled with fresh pico de gallo salsa, surrounded by tortilla chips. A spoon rests in the bowl, and lime wedges and cilantro garnish the plate.
Fresh Shrimp Salsa. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Shrimp salsa is a zesty, chilled appetizer dip that’s quick and refreshing. Made with seasoned tender shrimp, juicy tomatoes, and fresh lime juice. It’s perfect for a Mexican-themed dinner, or casual get-togethers.
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Seafood Foil Packets With Old Bay

A foil packet filled with cooked shrimp, sliced sausage, and corn on the cob pieces, seasoned with spices and garnished with fresh herbs.
Seafood Foil Packets With Old Bay. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Seafood foil packets is a classic dish for those looking to enjoy quality seafood while staying on budget. It’s easy, quick, and oh so delicious.
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Best Homemade Crab Rangoon Recipe

A plate of crispy wontons garnished with chopped green onions, served with two dipping sauces in small white bowls. The sauces appear to be soy sauce and a sweet and sour sauce. A patterned cloth is partially visible.
Best Homemade Crab Rangoon Recipe. Image credit: Lauren’s Latest

Crab Rangoon is a popular take-out appetizer that is just as easy to make at home and tastes even better! Fresh crab, cream cheese, onion, and savory seasonings are encased in crispy wonton wrappers. They’re creamy and dreamy! Keep reading to find out how to make the BEST homemade version of these delicious treats.
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Southern Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp and grits
Southern Shrimp and Grits. Image credit: Butter and Baggage

Southern Shrimp and Grits are a longstanding Southern staple. Creamy grits made with milk and cheese are topped with sautéd shrimp in a flavorful sauce. An Iconic dish that’s simple to make for a fabulous weeknight dinner, or impressive enough to serve for friends.
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Amazing Baked Fish Tacos Recipe

Two soft tacos filled with creamy coleslaw, topped with avocado slices and cilantro, served with a lime wedge and extra coleslaw on a white speckled plate.
Amazing Baked Fish Tacos Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

Healthy and super delicious Fish Tacos that require zero frying! Make a fish taco slaw to go on top for a dinner made in less than 30 minutes.
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Spicy Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs Recipe

Deviled eggs topped with seasoned shrimp, jalapeño slices, and chopped green onions on a wooden surface. Lemon wedges are placed nearby, adding a fresh touch to the savory appetizer.
Spicy Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs Recipe. Photo credit: Peel With Zeal

If you are a fan of spicy deviled eggs, you will love these Cajun Shrimp Deviled Eggs. This unique deviled egg recipe is perfect for your next party. Blackened shrimp top perfectly cooked eggs filled with a Creole seasoned filling.
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Crispy Pan-Fried Buffalo Shrimp Recipe

A close-up of a plate filled with seasoned, cooked shrimp garnished with chopped herbs. A fork is resting on the plate, ready to pick up a shrimp.
Crispy Pan-Fried Buffalo Shrimp Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Pan fried Buffalo shrimp with a crispy exterior that are coated in a homemade buttery Buffalo sauce, a quick and easy appetizer or dinner.
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Creamy Shrimp And Crab Dip Recipe

A white dish filled with cheesy, creamy buffalo chicken dip, partially scooped with a spoon. The dip is garnished with herbs. Next to it is a bowl of tortilla chips, placed on a striped cloth.
Creamy Shrimp And Crab Dip Recipe. Image credit: Butter and Baggage

This creamy Shrimp and Crab Dip takes 10 minutes to make and is loaded with tender shrimp, succulent crab meat, and melty cheese for the ultimate seafood appetizer. It’s easy, cheesy, and loaded with Old Bay Bloody Mary mix for that iconic seafood flavor. Scoop it up with toasted baguette slices or crackers for a fun game day or party snack.
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Seafood Pasta Salad Recipe

Seafood pasta salad in white serving bowl.
Seafood Pasta Salad Recipe. Image credit: Little Bit Recipes.

This refreshing and light seafood pasta salad is the perfect dish for summer. It combines shrimp, crab, and pasta in a flavorful creamy dressing.
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General Tso Shrimp (Copycat Recipe)

Homemade general tso shrimp with broccoli and rice in a bowl with chopsticks.
General Tso Shrimp (Copycat Recipe). Image credit: Running to the Kitchen.

General Tso shrimp is a quick and easy copycat Chinese takeout recipe that tastes just like the real deal. Made in one-skillet in just 10 minutes with that sweet and slightly spicy sticky sauce you love, there’s no need to order out anymore!
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Classic Tuna and Noodle Casserole

Close-up of a spoon scooping creamy, cheesy pasta topped with crispy potato chips from a pan. The dish features different pasta shapes and a thick, cheesy sauce.
Classic Tuna and Noodle Casserole. Image credit: Butter and Baggage

Nothing brings out childhood nostalgia like your mom’s tuna & noodle casserole, and this recipe is made with all the yummy ingredients you remember and love about this classic dish (and a few things you’ll be glad it doesn’t). A simple dinner casserole for the whole family, it’s crunchy, creamy, cheesy, and has no canned soup or peas! Potato chips on top give it a salty crunchy finish.
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Baked Salmon Recipe

Close-up of a cooked salmon fillet topped with sesame seeds, resting on a wooden surface. A slice of lemon is partially visible in the background, adding a hint of yellow to the image. The texture of the salmon is flaky and moist.
Baked Salmon Recipe. Image credit: Lauren’s Latest

Looking for a mouthwatering yet fuss-free dinner option? Let me introduce you to my Asian Baked Salmon recipe! With a savory-sweet marinade bursting with soy sauce, sesame oil, and zesty orange juice, this dish promises to take your weeknight dinner game to new level. Serve with stir-fried veggies and white or brown rice.
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Blackened Cod Taco

Three blackened cod tacos on a peach tile background.
Blackened Cod Taco. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These smoky and savory blackened cod tacos are an easy and delicious fish taco recipe with crisp cabbage, fresh lime juice, bright pico de gallo, and lightly charred tortillas. They’re a weeknight dinner you’ll love!
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Panko Shrimp Recipe

Panko shrimp with dipping sauce.
Panko Shrimp Recipe. Image credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Crispy and delicious fried panko shrimp will satisfy any seafood lover. Enjoy this tasty dish with your favorite sides or dipping sauce!
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Delicious Tuna Noodle Casserole

A casserole dish filled with pasta and peas.
Delicious Tuna Noodle Casserole. Image credit: Real Balanced.

This Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole is a perfect weeknight family meal that takes less than 1 hour to make. It’s straightforward to prepare and reheats well, so any leftovers will make for a convenient meal tomorrow.
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Tasty Sushi Bake Recipe

A rectangular pan filled with a colorful sushi bake topped with drizzles of sauce, diced cucumbers, green onions, and sesame seeds. A cutting board with more cucumbers and green onions is in the background on a light surface.
Tasty Sushi Bake Recipe. Image credit: Lauren’s Latest

If you love sushi, you’re going to love Sushi Bake. A casserole-style dish featuring sushi rice, cooked seafood, various vegetables, and a variety of sauces and seasonings. It can be a popular alternative to traditional labor intensive sushi rolls especially for larger groups. Serve with a nice crisp Asian Slaw for great meal.
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27 Light and Luscious Spring Desserts to Sweeten Your Season

A plate with a slice of pink strawberry dessert topped with whipped cream, a strawberry slice, and a mint leaf sits in the foreground. In the background, a glass dish filled with more of the same dessert shows additional strawberries and whipped cream on top. Fresh strawberries and a pink striped cloth are also visible.
27 Light and Luscious Spring Desserts to Sweeten Your Season. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Spring is in the air—and so is the smell of something sweet! Whether you’re hosting brunch, planning a picnic, or just craving a light treat that celebrates the season, these desserts are bursting with fruity flavors, creamy layers, and no-fuss charm. From strawberry-packed cakes to dreamy no-bake pies and zesty lemon delights, this list is full of treats that feel like sunshine on a plate. Trust us—after one scroll, you’ll want to try every single one! Get All The Recipes: 27 Light and Luscious Spring Desserts to Sweeten Your Season