Grilled Fish with Citrus Salsa is a delectable and refreshing summer meal, featuring bold citrus flavor in both its citrus salsa and grilling process, creating an irresistibly succulent combination. Easy to prepare and require only a few simple ingredients, this dish makes the perfect summertime meal.

Ingredients

• 1 pound firm white fish fillets, such as halibut, cod or mahi mahi
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 orange, peeled and segmented
• 1 lime, peeled and segmented

Instructions

• Preheat your grill to medium heat.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, cilantro, red onion, salt and pepper.
• Place the fish fillets on a plate and drizzle with the citrus marinade. Turn the fillets to coat both sides.
• Place the fish fillets on the preheated grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
• While the fish is cooking, prepare the citrus salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the orange segments, lime segments and any remaining citrus marinade.
• Once the fish is cooked, remove it from the grill and top with the citrus salsa.
• Serve immediately and enjoy.

Tips

Here are some tips for Grilled Fish with citrus salsa:

• If using a charcoal grill, soak your wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes prior to grilling to reduce the risk of burning.
• To prevent fish from sticking to the grill while you cook it, brush its grates with olive oil prior to starting. This will prevent it from getting stuck during preparation.
• If using a gas grill, preheat it at medium-high heat and lower its burners when adding your fish to the grill.
• Cook the fish until it flakes easily with a fork, otherwise it will turn dry. Fish is done when its flesh can be cut with a fork without breaking apart into pieces.
• Serve the grilled fish with citrus salsa with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables or grilled potatoes.

Variations

• Add chopped jalapenos or cayenne pepper for an even spicy citrus salsa!
• Add honey or maple syrup for an even sweeter citrus salsa.
• Add a teaspoon of cumin or chili powder for extra depth of flavor in citrus salsa.
• For this dish, you can grill other types of fish like salmon, swordfish or tuna.

Serving Suggestions

Here are some additional ideas for serving grilled fish with citrus salsa:

• Serve your fish over a bed of grilled vegetables like asparagus, zucchini and mushrooms for optimal taste and presentation. 
• Add avocado or guacamole as a final garnish for extra flair. 
• Enjoy this dish alongside rice and beans for completeness.
• Make fish tacos with grilled fish, citrus salsa and your favorite toppings.
• Add the grilled fish to a salad for a complete and healthy meal.

Nutritional Information

A 4-ounce serving of grilled fish with citrus salsa contains approximately:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10 grams
• Protein: 35 grams
• Carbohydrates: 5 grams
• Fiber: 1 gram
• Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
• Sodium: 300 milligrams

Health Benefits

Grilled fish served with citrus salsa is an elegant and healthy meal option, providing protein, omega-3 fats, essential vitamins and minerals, along with citrus fruit’s vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber benefits perfect combination.

Omega-3 fats can help keep your heart, brain, and overall health in great shape by lowering the risk of cardiovascular problems, stroke, Alzheimer’s, vitamin C for strong immunity and healing purposes; antioxidants protect from damage by harmful molecules; while fiber in food helps lower cholesterol and give tummies relief from discomfort.

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Conclusion

Grilled fish with citrus salsa is an easy and healthy meal suitable for any special event or celebration, providing protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants in every bite! Stay tuned for additional tips below on this tasty recipe.

Additional Tips

Additional tips for grilled fish with citrus salsa:

• Optimize the effectiveness of your salsa ingredients by including citrus fruits such as oranges, limes, lemons and grapefruits from various varieties in your mixture.
• Enhance the flavor of your salsa by diversifying its potential with vibrant sauces and spices like cilantro, mint, cumin and chili powder.
• Add extra heat by including jalapenos or cayenne pepper.
• Add honey or maple syrup for an even sweeter salsa.
• Serve your grilled fish alongside your preferred sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables or grilled potatoes.

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