Description
This Grilled Mahi Mahi recipe is a simple and flavorful way to prepare this delicious fish on the grill. The marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices infuses the mahi mahi with a zesty taste that pairs perfectly with the smokiness from the grill.
Ingredients
Scale
Mahi Mahi Fillets:
- 4 mahi mahi fillets (about 6 ounces each)
Mahi Mahi Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Serving:
- Lemon wedges
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Mahi Mahi: Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry and brush both sides with the marinade. Let sit for 15–20 minutes while preheating the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Mahi Mahi: Lightly oil the grill grates. Place the fillets on the grill and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Remove from the grill and serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
- Great served over rice, salad, or grilled vegetables.
- You can also use this marinade for other firm white fish like halibut or swordfish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
