
11. Try Cod if You Don’t Like the Taste of Fish
For people who don’t like fish, cod might be the best choice for getting a healthy dose of protein, Omega-3s, and other nutrients. Cod has a very mild flavor it’s a popular choice, especially since it’s found in many fast food chain fish sandwiches including those at McDonald’s and Arby’s. While the fish sandwich there is fried and not necessarily the most healthy, there are other ways you can eat cod as well. It tastes great baked in the oven with a light coating or it can be pan seared and topped with a sauce.
The delicate, white meat of cod makes it a popular choice for yummy dishes like fish tacos, too. Plus, it’s easy to dress up with your favorite seasonings or sauce. In addition to healthy fats and having around 15-20 grams of protein in a single serving, cod is rich in B vitamins that are important for energy and metabolism. You won’t get as many Omega-3s as you do in some varieties of fatty fish, but cod makes up for that with it’s low mercury content. Research shows its still great for heart health, plus it is full of all kinds of trace minerals that you need to keep your body functioning at its best.