Sgombro alla Griglia con Erbe

Sgombro alla Griglia con Erbe is a flavorful grilled mackerel dish, enhanced with fresh herbs and a hint of citrus. This paleo-friendly recipe captures the essence of Italian coastal cuisine, making it a perfect and nutritious meal.

Sgombro alla Griglia con Erbe
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Italian
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Mackerel fillets - 2 x 150g
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Fresh thyme - 1 tablespoon, chopped
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Lemon wedges - 2, for serving

Steps

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Place the mackerel fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Once the grill is hot, place the marinated mackerel fillets skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 5-6 minutes.
  5. Carefully flip the fillets and grill for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove the fish from the grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 26 g
  • Carbs: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg
  • Total Fat: 23 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.
  • High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.

Tags

ItalianPaleoSeafood Dish