Grilled Red Snapper

This grilled red snapper is a simple, Mediterranean-inspired meal that highlights how flavorful healthy eating can be with just a few fresh ingredients. Lightly seasoned and grilled until tender, the fish pairs beautifully with lemon, herbs, vegetables, grains, or salads for an easy and balanced dinner. Meals like this are perfect for warmer weather and are a great reminder that nutritious cooking does not need to be complicated to feel satisfying and delicious.

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Grilled Red Snapper

A simple Mediterranean-inspired fish recipe that is light, flavorful, and perfect for an easy weeknight meal. Serve with vegetables, grains, or salad for a balanced and satisfying dinner.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mediterranean

Keyword Fish

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 22 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 218kcal

Ingredients

• 1 ½ -2 # whole red snapper cleaned and scaled
• 3/4 c. olive oil divided
• Kosher salt
• Fresh cracked black pepper
• Table salt
• 4 ounces of freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Basket or screen for grilling fish

Instructions

• For best results, heat an outdoor grill to high
• Mix in a small bowl 4 ounces of lemon juice and 4 ounces of extra virgin olive oil. Set aside
• Rinse fish and place on a cutting board; pat dry with paper towels.
  
• Score fish 3 times on each side, cutting into the flesh by ½ inch. Scores should be approximately 3” long and 1” apart from each other.
  
• Lightly salt and pepper inside of fish.
• Using ¼ c. of olive oil, coat the entire fish well.
• Coat the fish with Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to form a nice crust on both sides of the fish.
  
• Place in a basket, close, and put on a heated grill. Cook on high for 11-12 minutes on each side.
  
• Plate the fish and spoon the olive oil and lemon mixture over the entire fish. Serve additional sauce at the table so everyone can drizzle extra over their portion, if desired.

Notes

Be sure to pat the fish dry before seasoning and grilling. Removing excess moisture helps the fish grill properly rather than steam, resulting in a firmer texture and better flavor.

This recipe is simple enough for an easy weeknight dinner but elegant enough to serve to guests at your next dinner party.

Nutrition

Serving: 6ounces | Calories: 218kcal | Protein: 44g | Fat: 5g

This grilled red snapper is a great reminder that healthy meals do not need to be complicated to feel flavorful and satisfying. With a few fresh ingredients and simple preparation, seafood can become an easy addition to your weekly meal rotation. Whether you are cooking for your family or entertaining guests, recipes like this help make balanced eating feel approachable and enjoyable.