How to Make Grilled Red Snapper - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled red snapper is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer evening. This popular seafood dish is prized for its sweet, nutty flavor and firm texture. When grilled, the skin of the red snapper becomes crispy while the meat remains tender and juicy. The mild flavor of the fish makes it a versatile option for a variety of flavor profiles, and it pairs beautifully with a wide range of seasonings and marinades.

Red snapper is a lean protein that is rich in omega-3 fat...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (4 pound) whole red snapper
  • 1 teaspoon grapeseed oil, or as needed
  • blackened seasoning to taste
  • 1 medium green bell pepper
  • 1 medium red bell pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 orange slices
  • 1 slice lime
  • 1 slice lemon

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Preheat an outdoor charcoal grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Clean red snapper and score fish on both sides. Rub inside and outside with oil, then generously rub with blackened seasoning inside and outside.
  • Stuff snapper with bell peppers, garlic, thyme, and orange, lime, and lemon slices.
  • Place snapper on the hot grill and cook until fish easily flakes with a fork, 3 1/2 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    969 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 333mg
    • Sodium: 409mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 188g
    • Vitamin C: 144mg
    • Calcium: 312mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 3967mg