Low Sodium Grilled Sardines with Garlic Lemon Marinade
Delight your taste buds with these Low Sodium Grilled Sardines with Garlic Lemon Marinade, a flavorful and heart-healthy dish that's perfect for seafood lovers. This recipe highlights the natural richness of fresh sardines, enhanced by a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant herbs like parsley and dill. It's quick to prepare—just 30 minutes of marination followed by a swift 10 minutes on the grill for crispy, smoky perfection. With no added salt, this dish is seasoned simply with black pepper and a touch of red pepper flakes for balanced heat. Serve these tender grilled sardines with lemon wedges for a refreshing citrus kick—ideal for summertime meals, light dinners, or an elegant appetizer. Healthy, simple, and bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, this recipe is a must-try for seafood enthusiasts looking for a low-sodium option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Fresh sardines
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped parsley, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
Rinse the sardines under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Place the sardines in the bowl with the marinade. Gently turn them to coat all sides. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Once heated, oil the grill grates lightly to prevent sticking.
Remove the sardines from the marinade and let any excess drip off.
Place the sardines on the grill. Grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the skin is crispy and the fish is cooked through.
Transfer the grilled sardines to a serving platter and sprinkle with fresh dill.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.1 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 966 mg | 322% | |
| Sodium | 2825 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 169.0 g | 338% | |
| Vitamin D | 81.6 mcg | 408% | |
| Calcium | 2664 mg | 205% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 2928 mg | 62% | |
*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.
