Description
Whole Grilled Snapper with Mint Chimichurri is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports you to a sunny seaside getaway. This simple yet impressive recipe features fresh snapper grilled to perfection and topped with a zesty mint chimichurri, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. Ideal for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish combines bold flavors with effortless preparation?perfect for anyone looking to impress their guests or indulge in a delicious seafood meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs whole snapper, cleaned and scaled
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375?F).
- Rinse the snapper under cold water and pat dry. Rub it generously with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a blender, combine mint leaves, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Grill the snapper for 6-8 minutes per side until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve on a platter with chimichurri drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg