Low Fat Grilled Sardines with Garlic Lemon Marinade
Savor the bright, summery flavors of the Mediterranean with this "Low Fat Grilled Sardines with Garlic Lemon Marinade" recipe—a perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Featuring fresh sardines marinated in a zesty mixture of lemon, garlic, parsley, and a touch of red pepper flakes, this dish is a nutrient-packed, low-calorie option that's bursting with flavor. Quick to prepare and cooked in just 10 minutes on the grill, the result is tender, smoky fish with a beautifully charred skin. Ideal for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or outdoor gathering, these grilled sardines are best served with a sprinkle of fresh herbs and a final drizzle of lemon juice to enhance their delicate, citrusy taste. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and irresistibly fragrant, this dish is a must-try for seafood lovers looking for a wholesome and easy-to-make meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces fresh sardines
- 1 large lemon
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Start by cleaning the sardines. Rinse them under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Zest the lemon and then juice it into a small mixing bowl.
Crush and finely chop the garlic cloves. Add them to the bowl with the lemon juice and zest.
Stir in the extra virgin olive oil, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the lemon and garlic mixture to create the marinade.
Place the sardines in a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the sardines, ensuring each one is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to marinate.
Preheat the grill to medium heat.
Once marinated, place the sardines on the grill. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side or until the skin is charred and the fish is cooked through.
Remove from the grill and serve immediately with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.3 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1448 mg | 483% | |
| Sodium | 6592 mg | 287% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 253.7 g | 507% | |
| Vitamin D | 122.4 mcg | 612% | |
| Calcium | 3962 mg | 305% | |
| Iron | 31.3 mg | 174% | |
| Potassium | 4319 mg | 92% | |
*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.
