Grilled Lemon Herb Fish Fillets
Flaky, tender fish fillets with a smoky char from the grill, brightened with fresh lemon juice and a savory blend of garlic and herbs.
Ingredients
- 4 fish fillets · about 6 oz each
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon · juiced and zested
- 2 garlic · minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley · chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Directions
- 1
Preheat the grill
Preheat your outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat, about 400 degrees, and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- 2
Make the herb mixture
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 3
Coat the fish
Pat the fish fillets completely dry with paper towels, then brush both sides generously with the lemon herb mixture, letting it sit for five minutes.
- 4
Grill the fish
Place the fillets on the hot grill and cook for four to five minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- 5
Rest and serve
Transfer the grilled fish to a serving platter, squeeze a little extra fresh lemon juice over the top, and serve immediately.
