Mediterranean Diet Grilled Branzino with Lemon and Herbs
Elevate your summer grilling game with Mediterranean Diet Grilled Branzino with Lemon and Herbs—a light, flavorful, and nourishing dish that captures the essence of coastal Mediterranean cuisine. This recipe features whole branzino, a mild and flaky white fish, seasoned simply with olive oil, garlic, sea salt, and black pepper, then stuffed with fresh rosemary, thyme, fennel fronds, and vibrant lemon slices for an aromatic, zesty kick. The fish is grilled to perfection, achieving beautifully crispy skin and tender, flaky meat in just 15 minutes. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, this elegant yet approachable dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or al fresco entertaining. Pair it with a crisp salad or grilled vegetables, and let the wholesome ingredients take center stage in this heart-healthy, flavor-packed recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 fish (about 1 pound each) whole branzino
- 2 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 sprigs fennel fronds
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Clean and pat dry the branzino. Score the skin of the branzino by making three shallow cuts on each side using a sharp knife. This helps the heat penetrate and the flavors infuse the fish.
Slice one lemon into thin rounds. Reserve the second lemon for juicing after cooking.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Drizzle the inside of each fish with olive oil and season generously with half of the sea salt and black pepper.
Stuff the cavity of each fish with lemon slices, rosemary sprig, thyme sprigs, garlic slices, and fennel fronds.
Brush the outside of the fish lightly with olive oil and season with the remaining salt and pepper.
Place the fish on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and the skin is crisp. The fish should flake easily with a fork when done.
Carefully remove the fish from the grill. Let it rest for a few minutes.
Juice the second lemon over the grilled branzino before serving.
Serve with additional lemon wedges on the side and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.8 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 2881 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 183.5 g | 367% | |
| Vitamin D | 45.4 mcg | 227% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2982 mg | 63% | |
*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.
