You may wisely worry about fish consumption during pregnancy because of the risk of mercury contamination and possible effects on your baby. Pregnant women do need to watch their fish intake and limit intake of fish high in mercury.

Cod is relatively inexpensive, simple to cook and it makes an excellent addition to a healthy diet. One 3-1/2 oz. serving of fresh cod fish contains only 85 calories and offers protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Cooking cod fillets should be done simply and with moist heat to keep them from drying out.

Salmon burgers have slightly different flavor profiles depending on the use of seasonings and fresh or canned salmon, and the toppings really make or break a great burger. There's a range of toppings beyond the typical lettuce, tomato and onion accompaniments that elevate a salmon burger to something special.

Whitefish can refer to any of almost 30 different types of fish, mainly freshwater varieties. These fish are usually mild in flavor and make for a quick, no-fuss preparation.

Low in fat and calories, tilapia is an entrée that health-conscious cooks will enjoy. With several simple cooking methods, you can quickly prepare and serve tilapia to family and last-minute guests.

Tilapia is a flaky white fish and a popular seafood entree in the United States. However, according to 2008 research from Wake Forest University School of Medicine, it is best to avoid farm-raised tilapia as it is notably low in omega-3 fatty acids, one of the key health benefits attributed to fish.

Cooking flounder in a pan on the stovetop is a simple way to prepare this mild fish. Whether panfried or sauteed, flounder fillets need only some seasoning and a splash of fresh lemon juice when cooking to become a flavorful dish.

Whole cooked trout can be intimidating -- and slightly horrifying -- if you have never been faced with one before. Don’t panic. Eating whole trout is not difficult, and there are good reasons to enjoy it. One 3-oz. serving of cooked whole trout contains B vitamins, iron and 22 g of protein.

Versatile salmon lends itself to a wide variety of preparations, from cold poached salads to silky smoked lox to baked, broiled and grilled entrees.

Sockeye salmon – sometimes referred to as "red" salmon – and pink salmon are both cold water fish found in the Pacific Ocean. Unlike Atlantic salmon, Pacific salmon are caught wild in rivers, lakes and estuaries from Oregon to Alaska.

When the convenience of toaster-oven cooking meets the mild flavor and nutritional benefits of salmon, you've got a heart-healthy meal on the table in under 20 minutes.

Nothing makes a fish fillet look as tempting as those deep brown, seared-in grill marks. You can get them on your fillets, even when the weather's not good for grilling, by using a grill pan. A cast iron grill pan in particular is handy; just season it well.