Seafood isn’t just nutritious and delicious—in most preparations, it also cooks up remarkably quickly. That makes it ideal for those harried nights when all you want is a filling and flavorful dose of protein, in need of only a simple vegetable side (and maybe a glass of wine or two, because, harried!) to make a meal. With a little technique, a seared fish fillet or a pot of mussels makes for an easy dinner that still feels like a treat. The seafood recipes we’ve gathered below, for dishes like salmon burgers, prosciutto-wrapped cod, and crab fried rice, are all ready in a mere 30 minutes or less.