Sardinas a la Brasa
Sardinas a la Brasa is a vibrant Spanish dish featuring succulent grilled sardines, infused with the smoky flavors of the barbecue. This gluten-free delight is perfect for summer evenings, served with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Spanish
200 kcal
Ingredients
- Fresh sardines - 4 medium (about 250g total)
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
- Fresh lemon - 1 (for juice and wedges)
- Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon (chopped)
- Garlic - 1 clove (minced)
Steps
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Clean the sardines by removing the scales and innards, then rinse under cold water and pat dry.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, and sea salt.
- Brush the sardines generously with the olive oil mixture on both sides.
- Place the sardines directly on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the skin is crispy and the fish is cooked through.
- While the sardines are grilling, cut the lemon into wedges.
- Once cooked, remove the sardines from the grill and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the sardines.
Nutrition
- Calories: 200
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Water: 0.15 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
Tags
SpanishGluten-FreeBBQ