Paleo Grilled Sea Bream
Elevate your summer grilling game with this Paleo Grilled Sea Bream, a health-conscious and flavor-packed seafood dish that’s perfect for outdoor feasts or an elegant dinner. This recipe takes whole sea bream—known for its tender, flaky texture—and infuses it with a vibrant marinade of zesty lemon, fresh parsley, thyme, and garlic. The marinade seeps deep into the fish thanks to strategic scoring, ensuring every bite bursts with herbaceous, citrusy goodness. Grilled to perfection over medium-high heat, the sea bream achieves a smoky char while remaining juicy and succulent. A drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon wedges at plating completes this simple yet sophisticated dish. Paleo-friendly and naturally gluten-free, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ready in just 40 minutes, making it a delicious and nutritious choice for seafood lovers.
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Ingredients
- 2 1-pound fish whole sea bream
- 1 medium lemon
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the sea bream by scaling, gutting, and rinsing thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
Step 2
Zest the lemon and then juice it. Combine the lemon zest and juice in a small bowl.
Step 3
Finely chop the parsley and thyme, and add them to the lemon mixture.
Step 4
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the bowl with lemon and herbs.
Step 5
Stir in olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine into a marinade.
Step 6
Using a sharp knife, make three diagonal cuts into each side of the fish. This helps the marinade to penetrate the flesh.
Step 7
Rub the marinade generously all over the sea bream, making sure to get some marinade into the cuts and inside the fish cavity.
Step 8
Cover the marinated fish with plastic wrap or place it in a resealable bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Step 9
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Make sure the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
Step 10
Place the marinated sea bream on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes on one side.
Step 11
Carefully flip the fish and grill for another 8-10 minutes, or until the flesh is opaque and easily flakes with a fork.
Step 12
Remove the sea bream from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
Step 13
Serve the grilled sea bream with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the top and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1091.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1088.6 |
| Total Fat 65.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 317.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2621.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.5g | |
| Protein 111.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 907.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 197.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2256.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories