These Arctic Char Potato Bites will get some attention at your next get-together. They’re tasty, healthy, and fun—now that’s a good combo!

Here’s an appetizer idea equally suited for a December fireside gathering as it is for a warm summer’s day. Whether you go for cozy or bright, all that is needed is family and friends.

So stop wondering what to make for that next party and give these Arctic Char potato bites a try. (And in case you want to test them first, they make a pretty good lunch, too—just saying!)

Arctic Char

Have you ever had Arctic char? It’s similar in appearance and taste to salmon and trout. While the wild season is short, you can get farmed arctic char year-round. And as far as farmed fish goes, it’s one of the best choices out there for the environment.*

You can substitute salmon if you don’t have Arctic char at your local store or fish market. Like salmon, Arctic char is a good source of heart and brain-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. It’s also low in mercury.

Fun fact: Did you know that at the sushi bar, arctic char is known as iwana?

Potatoes

And let’s not forget about the humble potato—one of my favorite foods. Packed with healthy carbohydrates, vitamin C, and potassium, it’s more nutritious than you think!

Pops of Color and Flavor

Add flavorful pops of color, such as blackberries and arugula, and you have yourself a beautiful Arctic char potato bite!

Hälsa Kids

Have your kids help assemble this appetizer; they will be likelier to try it. Of course, this may not be the best time if you are in stressed-getting-ready-for-party mode. Instead, make a few variations. If your kids love potatoes, make some extra and leave them plain. If your kids are good with fish, add just fish to a few. And maybe leave a small bowl of blackberries on the side. You get the idea.

Arctic Char on Baked Potato Slices

These Arctic Char Potato Bites will get some attention at your next get-together. They're tasty, healthy, and fun—now that's a good combo!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Servings 8 people

Ingredients

  

• ¾ pound small potatoes, washed and scrubbed, and cut into ¼-inch slices
• 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
• ¾ teaspoon salt, divided
• 1 ¼ pounds arctic char or salmon
• 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 ½ cups blackberries

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• Place potato slices onto a sheet pan that has been lined with parchment paper or a non-stick baking mat. Brush or drizzle the potatoes with 2 teaspoons oil. Sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt.
• Drizzle the other 2 teaspoons of oil onto the bottom of a glass or ceramic baking dish. Place fish in the pan and season with ½ teaspoon salt and the minced garlic.
• Bake both in the oven at the same time. Both will be ready in about 10-15 minutes.
• Let cool a little and then place an arugula leaf onto each potato. Then top each with a little piece of fish–use a fork to break apart. Finally, top each with a blackberry half and serve! (You can serve warm or cold).

Keyword artic char, blueberries, gluten-free, potato, seafood

More Recipe Ideas

Want more fish and potato ideas? Check out these other great recipes:

• Refueling with Smoked Salmon Stuffed Hasselback Potatoes
• Kid-Approved Cod Cakes
• Smoked Salmon and Avocado Cucumber Apps
• Simple Pan-Seared Salmon

Sources:

Arctic Char Recommendations, Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch

Arctic Char, Environmental Defense Fund