Flounder Recipes For A Simple, Healthy Dinner (PHOTOS)

Ariel association aside, we love this fish.
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When it comes to seafood, flounder is more likely to bring to mind Ariel's sidekick instead of great, flavorful meals. But we think this association needs to change -- flounder is more than just a great pal to our favorite Disney redhead, but is just as reliable in the kitchen.

In actuality, the term 'flounder' encompasses many different varieties of flatfish -- all referred to under this blanket term due to strong similarities in texture, taste and flavor. When it comes to cooking with these species of white fish, the flaky texture and mild taste makes it a perfect base for a variety of seafood dishes. We've rounded up nine ways to ease yourself into cooking flounder -- we promise, you won't be disappointed.

Flounder Recipes
Baked Flounder with Roasted Tomatoes(01 of09)
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Get the Baked Flounder with Roasted Tomatoes Recipe by Martha Stewart (credit:Everyday Food)
Skillet Cajun Spiced Flounder with Tomatoes(02 of09)
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Get the Skillet Cajun Spiced Flounder with Tomatoes Recipe by Skinny Taste (credit:Skinny Taste)
Steamed Flounder with Vegetable Couscous(03 of09)
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Get the Steamed Flounder with Vegetable Couscous Recipe by Martha Stewart (credit:Everyday Food)
Flounder Piccata(04 of09)
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Get the Flounder Piccata Recipe by Skinny Taste (credit:Skinny Taste)
Fish Po' Boys(05 of09)
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Get the Fish Po' Boys Recipe by Martha Stewart (credit:Everyday Food)
Smørrebrød {Open Face Fish Sandwich}(06 of09)
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Get the Smørrebrød {Open Face Fish Sandwich} Recipe by Pass the Sushi (credit:Pass the Sushi)
Caribbean Jerk Seasoned Pan Fried Flounder(07 of09)
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Get the Caribbean Jerk Seasoned Pan Fried Flounder Recipe by mtlabor/Food52 (credit:mtlabor/Food52)
Lemon Garlic Flounder(08 of09)
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Get the Lemon Garlic Flounder Recipe by Sweet Nicks (credit:Sweet Nicks)
Grain-Free Pan Fried Coconut Flounder(09 of09)
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Get the Grain-Free Pan Fried Coconut Flounder Recipe by Real Food Forager (credit:Real Food Forager)

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