High Protein Grilled Fish with Lemon Herb Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this *High Protein Grilled Fish with Lemon Herb Sauce*, a quick and healthy recipe that's bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Perfect for salmon or tilapia, this dish features tender, flaky fish fillets grilled to perfection and topped with a vibrant sauce made from olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, garlic, parsley, and dill. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a light yet satisfying meal. Plus, the tangy lemon-herb drizzle enhances every bite, making it a guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for those watching their protein intake or adhering to a balanced diet. Serve it alongside steamed veggies or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, restaurant-quality dinner that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Keywords: high-protein fish recipe, grilled salmon, healthy dinner ideas, lemon herb sauce for fish, low-carb seafood recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (salmon or tilapia)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly grease the grill grates with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, parsley, dill, salt, and black pepper to create the lemon herb sauce.
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and lightly season them with a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides.
Brush the lemon herb sauce generously over both sides of each fish fillet, reserving a small portion of the sauce for serving.
Place the fish fillets on the hot grill, skin-side down if applicable. Grill for about 4-6 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and easily flakes with a fork. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Once grilled, transfer the fish fillets to a serving platter.
Drizzle the reserved lemon herb sauce over the grilled fish fillets and garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately with a side of vegetables or a fresh green salad for a balanced high-protein meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1108 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 80.5 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 2608 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 89.3 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 45.0 mcg | 225% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1686 mg | 36% | |
*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.
