Oct. 6, 2026 — We all have our go-to meals — the ones we can make on autopilot. But this National Seafood Month, Publix is encouraging you to take a fresh look at your favorites by swapping in seafood.

Small swaps, big flavor

With busy schedules continuing to shape how people cook at home, quick, flexible meal solutions are top of mind — and simple swaps offer an easy way to keep things interesting without starting from scratch.

The idea of a “seafood swap” is exactly what it sounds like — trading one aspect of a meal for a seafood substitute in dishes you already enjoy. For example, homemade white clam sauce can take the place of your usual pasta sauce, or pork can be swapped for salmon in a grain bowl. Small shifts like these can give familiar meals a fresh twist while keeping preparation simple and approachable.

“Sometimes the easiest way to bring something new to the table is by rethinking what’s already on it,” said Business Development Director of Seafood Guy Pizzuti. “Seafood swaps let customers keep the meals they love while incorporating fresh taste and variety.”

Beyond exploring new flavors, seafood also brings nutritional benefits. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, eating seafood as part of a well-balanced diet may support heart, brain and bone health, and the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends eating a variety of seafood three times per week.

Everyday meals, made easy

Seafood doesn’t have to be reserved for special occasions. With a wide selection of fresh, frozen, marinated and ready-to-cook options available in our seafood department, it can fit easily into both weeknight meals and more planned occasions. 

Whether you’re longtime seafood fans or just starting to explore new options, there are plenty of convenient choices to help make seafood part of the regular rotation. Not sure where to start? Our seafood specialists are available to help guide you to your next great find. Even better, our complimentary seasoning and steaming service helps take the guesswork out of your seafood preparation, and our collection of recipes makes it easier than ever to create a mouthwatering meal.

Long-term seafood partnership worth celebrating

Learn more about our relationship with the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) and how we’ve donated more than $1.2 million to SFP since 2011. 

This National Seafood Month, consider seafood — sometimes all it takes is one small swap to discover a new favorite.