Description
A simple and healthy grilled fish and vegetable plate featuring seasoned fish fillets and a colorful mix of grilled zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion, all perfectly charred and garnished with fresh parsley. This dish is quick to prepare, vibrant, and packed with flavor, ideal for a nutritious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 4 fish fillets (such as salmon, tilapia, or cod)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables
- 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 small red onion, sliced into rings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat to prepare for cooking fish and vegetables evenly.
- Season Fish: Rub the fish fillets with olive oil and season them with lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set the seasoned fish aside to absorb flavors.
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss the sliced zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to coat evenly.
- Grill Fish: Place the fish fillets onto the preheated grill. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is fully cooked.
- Grill Vegetables: While the fish cooks, grill the vegetable mixture either in a grilling basket or directly on the grill grates for 4-6 minutes. Turn occasionally until the vegetables become tender and develop light char marks.
- Remove and Plate: Once cooked, remove both fish and vegetables from the grill and arrange on a serving plate.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the grilled fish and vegetables with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, fresh finish and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a grilling basket to prevent smaller vegetable pieces from falling through the grill grates.
- Choose firm fish fillets, such as salmon or cod, for best grilling results.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste preferences, adding extra herbs like dill or thyme if desired.
- For a smoky flavor, soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if you prefer to skewer your vegetables.
- Ensure the grill is properly cleaned and oiled to prevent sticking.
