Description
Grilled Mahi Mahi is a mouthwatering seafood dish that embodies the flavors of summer grilling. With its firm, flaky texture and mild taste, this fish is perfect for absorbing a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. This simple recipe allows you to create perfectly grilled fillets in just a few easy steps, resulting in tender, flavor-packed bites that are sure to impress. Serve your Grilled Mahi Mahi with fresh salads or roasted vegetables for a wholesome meal that’s ideal for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive barbecues.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Mahi Mahi fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs to create the marinade.
- Place the Mahi Mahi fillets in a shallow dish and coat them with the marinade. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Grill the fillets for 5–6 minutes per side until they are opaque and flake easily with a fork.
- Transfer to plates and drizzle with any remaining marinade if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 263
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg