Whole30 Perfectly Grilled Fish with Lemon Herb Marinade
Elevate your Whole30 journey with this vibrant and healthy recipe for Perfectly Grilled Fish with Lemon Herb Marinade! Featuring fresh fish fillets like cod, halibut, or salmon, this dish is infused with a tangy, aromatic marinade made from olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and an irresistible blend of fresh parsley, dill, thyme, and lemon zest. With minimal prep time and just 10 minutes on the grill, this easy yet elegant recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings. The grilling process imparts a smoky char while keeping the fish tender and flaky, complemented beautifully by grilled lemon slices for an extra burst of citrus. Serve this Whole30-approved masterpiece with a side of steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a wholesome, flavorful meal that accents clean eating without compromising on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 fillets fresh fish fillets (such as cod, halibut, or salmon)
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon lemon slices
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, parsley, dill, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Whisk to fully incorporate the marinade ingredients.
Place the fish fillets in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the fish, ensuring all fillets are evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate the marinating fish for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor infusion.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
Remove the fish fillets from the marinade, allowing the excess marinade to drip off. Discard the used marinade.
Place the fish fillets on the preheated grill. Grill for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
For additional flavor, place lemon slices directly on the grill alongside the fish during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Carefully remove the fish and grilled lemon slices from the grill.
Serve the grilled fish immediately with grilled lemon slices on top for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.5 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 2608 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 90.1 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 45.0 mcg | 225% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1856 mg | 40% | |
*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.
