Description
This Grilled Fish & Veggie Plate is a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Fresh fish fillets are seasoned and grilled alongside a vibrant mix of zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion, then garnished with fresh parsley for a light, satisfying dish packed with nutrients.
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
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat to ensure both fish and vegetables cook evenly and develop those desirable grill marks.
- Prepare Fish: Rub the fish fillets with olive oil then season them with lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let the flavors mingle while prepping the vegetables.
- Toss Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the sliced zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion. Toss them with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Grill Fish: Place the seasoned fish fillets on the grill. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, indicating it’s fully cooked.
- Grill Vegetables: While the fish cooks, add the vegetables to the grill in a grilling basket or directly on the grates. Grill them for 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred.
- Remove from Grill: Once both fish and vegetables are done, carefully remove them from the grill to a serving plate.
- Serve: Arrange the grilled fish and vegetables on plates, then garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Notes
- Choose firm fish fillets that hold well on the grill, such as salmon or cod.
- If you don’t have a grilling basket, you can use a grill pan to cook the vegetables.
- Adjust grilling times based on the thickness of the fish and vegetables to avoid overcooking.
- Fresh lemon juice can be added just before serving for extra brightness.
- Leftover grilled fish can be chilled and used in salads or wraps.
