Heart-Healthy Perfectly Grilled Fish with Lemon Herb Marinade
Experience the effortless elegance of our Heart-Healthy Perfectly Grilled Fish with Lemon Herb Marinade, a simple yet flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Fresh fish fillets, such as salmon, trout, or cod, are infused with the vibrant flavors of zesty lemon juice, aromatic herbs like parsley and dill, and heart-healthy olive oil in a quick, tangy marinade. This easy-to-prepare recipe emphasizes light, nutritious ingredients and grilling techniques for optimal flavor and texture, creating perfectly flaky fish with smoky undertones. Ready in just 25 minutes, including grilling, it’s a crowd-pleaser that's wholesome and quick to make. Garnished with grilled lemon slices, this dish is ideal for those seeking healthy and delicious meals that celebrate clean eating and fresh flavors. Perfect as a weeknight dinner or a centerpiece for your outdoor cookout, this recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fresh fish fillets (such as salmon, trout, or cod)
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 whole lemon, sliced
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, dill, garlic, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
Place the fish fillets in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the fish, ensuring they are well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for stronger flavor.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Once hot, lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the fish from the marinade and place it on the grill. Reserve the marinade.
Grill the fish for about 4-5 minutes on each side, depending on thickness, until the fish easily flakes with a fork.
While grilling, brush the reserved marinade onto the fish occasionally to enhance flavor.
During the last minute, place lemon slices on top of the fish fillets or grill them alongside for added flavor.
Once done, remove the fish from the grill and let it rest for a minute.
Serve the grilled fish hot, garnished with the grilled lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1373 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.4 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 836 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 89.7 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 45.0 mcg | 225% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1806 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
