Mediterranean Diet Grilled Snapper with Lemon Herb Marinade
Delight in the fresh, sun-soaked flavors of the Mediterranean with our **Mediterranean Diet Grilled Snapper with Lemon Herb Marinade**. This healthy and vibrant recipe features tender red snapper filets bathed in a zesty marinade of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley, dill, and basil. Quick to prepare and perfect for the grill, this dish boasts flaky, succulent fish with a lightly charred finish. Garnished with green onions and capers for a savory punch, it’s a wholesome, low-carb option that pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes of active time, this recipe is ideal for seafood lovers seeking a light yet flavor-packed meal that embodies the essence of the Mediterranean diet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 filets red snapper filets
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh basil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 sliced green onion
- 1 tablespoon capers
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, fresh parsley, dill, basil, minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and lemon zest to form the marinade.
Rinse the snapper filets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Place the snapper filets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each filet is well coated. Cover the dish or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more intense flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, wait until the coals are thoroughly heated and covered with gray ash.
Remove the snapper filets from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Discard the leftover marinade.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent the fish from sticking.
Place the snapper filets on the grill, skin-side down. Grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
Once cooked, remove the snapper from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Garnish the grilled snapper filets with sliced green onions and capers before serving.
Serve the grilled snapper warm, perhaps alongside a fresh green salad or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1069 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.3 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 2787 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 108.5 g | 217% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2179 mg | 46% | |
*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.
