Grilled Snapper with Lemon Herb Marinade
Elevate your next seafood dinner with this Grilled Snapper with Lemon Herb Marinade—an effortless yet flavor-packed dish perfect for warm weather dining. Featuring tender red snapper fillets infused with a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, parsley, and oregano, this recipe brings vibrant Mediterranean flavors straight to your table. Marinated for just the right amount of time to enhance the fish without overpowering it, the snapper is then grilled to perfection, absorbing the smoky char of the flames while staying delightfully flaky and moist. Accented with fragrant thyme sprigs and caramelized lemon slices, this dish makes an impressive centerpiece for any meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a healthy, light, and irresistible option that pairs wonderfully with a crisp salad or your favorite roasted vegetables. Perfect for seafood lovers and grill enthusiasts alike!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Red snapper fillets
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 slices Lemon slices
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
Step 3
Place the red snapper fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag.
Step 4
Pour the marinade over the snapper, ensuring each fillet is well coated. Refrigerate and allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes, but no longer than 30 minutes to prevent the acid from breaking down the fish too much.
Step 5
Once marinated, remove the snapper from the fridge and allow it to sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes before grilling.
Step 6
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Step 7
Place the snapper fillets on the grill, skin-side down, if applicable. Add the lemon slices and thyme sprigs for added flavor.
Step 8
Grill the fillets for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish easily flakes with a fork and has a nicely charred exterior.
Step 9
Carefully remove the snapper from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve the grilled snapper with your choice of sides, such as a fresh salad or steamed vegetables, and enjoy the burst of flavors from the lemon herb marinade.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (234.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 669.7 |
| Total Fat 59.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 37mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2428.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.4g | |
| Protein 28.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 200IU | 0% |
| Calcium 102.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 652.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories