🐟 GRILLED HERB LEMON FISH — THE ULTIMATE FLAVOR SPLASH!

🐟🍋🔥Light, zesty, and smoky – this fish is so fresh, it practically swims onto your plate! 🐠💨

Perfect for: BBQ nights, light lunches, or when you want to look like a gourmet chef but only dirty one bowl.

🕒 Time:

Prep: 10 mins + 15 mins marinate
Cook: 10 mins
Total: ~25–30 mins

🍽️ Servings: 2
🔥 Calories: ~280 kcal per serving

🛒 INGREDIENTS

  • 1 whole fish (sea bass, trout, or salmon), cleaned & butterflied
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving – don’t skip!)

🔥 INSTRUCTIONS

1️⃣ Marinate Like a Boss:
In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, oregano, salt & pepper.
Rub this goodness all over the fish – inside, outside, soul-deep.
Let it marinate for 15–30 mins (or while you sip something cold 🍹).

2️⃣ Grill or Pan? Your Call:

👉 Grill Method:
Preheat grill to medium-high.
Place fish on grill rack or foil.
Grill 4–5 mins per side, depending on thickness. Don't flip too soon – let those grill marks do their magic.

👉 Pan-Sear Method:
Heat a non-stick or cast iron pan over medium-high.
Add a bit of oil.
Sear fish 4–5 mins per side until golden and cooked through.

3️⃣ Serve & Shine:
Plate your masterpiece. Garnish with parsley or cilantro, and don’t forget those lemon wedges! 🍋
Pairs perfectly with roasted veggies, couscous, or just a fork and admiration.

📊 NUTRITION FACTS (per serving)

✅ Calories: ~280 kcal
✅ Protein: 30g
✅ Fat: 16g
✅ Carbs: 2g
✅ Fiber: <1g
Low-carb, high-protein, and bursting with citrusy goodness.

💡 PRO TIPS

• Use fresh herbs for next-level flavor.
• If your fish sticks to the grill, it’s not ready to flip!
• Want extra crispy skin? Pat the fish dry before marinating.

🎣 

Would you devour this zesty grilled fish or is it too fresh to handle? 🐟🔥

Tag someone who needs more lemon + herbs in their life 🍋🌿

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