Whole30 Grilled Sea Bass with Lemon Herb Marinade
Elevate your seafood game with this Whole30 Grilled Sea Bass with Lemon Herb Marinade—a light, flavorful dish that's perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. This quick and easy recipe features tender sea bass fillets infused with a vibrant marinade made from fresh lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and a medley of garden-fresh herbs like parsley, basil, and thyme. Grilled to perfection in just 10 minutes, the fish develops a delightful char and flaky texture while maintaining its zesty, herbaceous profile. Garnished with lemon slices for an elegant touch, this dish is both healthy and indulgent, making it an excellent centerpiece for a summer barbecue or a wholesome midweek dinner. Pair with your favorite Whole30-compliant sides and enjoy a restaurant-quality seafood meal at home! Perfect for keywords like "Whole30 seafood recipes," "grilled sea bass," and "healthy lemon herb marinade."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces sea bass fillets
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces lemon slices
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, basil, thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Rinse the sea bass fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Place the sea bass fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, turning the fillets to coat them evenly. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (200°C).
Remove the sea bass fillets from the marinade and let any excess marinade drip off. Reserve the marinade for basting.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. You can use a piece of paper towel dipped in olive oil and use tongs to rub it on the grates.
Place the sea bass fillets on the hot grill, skin-side down if applicable, and grill for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid moving the fillets too much to create nice grill marks.
Halfway through grilling, baste the sea bass with the reserved marinade using a brush for added flavor. Be careful not to use marinade that has come in contact with raw fish close to serving.
Once cooked, remove the sea bass from the grill and transfer to a platter.
Garnish the grilled sea bass with lemon slices and fresh herbs. Serve immediately with your choice of Whole30 compliant sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.4 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 192 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 2641 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 82.1 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 32.0 mcg | 160% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1770 mg | 38% | |
*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.
