Grilled Grouper with Watermelon Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Grilled Grouper with Watermelon Salsa
21 min.
4
249kcal

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Looking for a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for warm-weather dining? This Grilled Grouper with Watermelon Salsa is a must-try! Combining the delicate, flaky texture of grilled grouper with a vibrant, sweet-and-savory watermelon salsa, this recipe delivers a burst of summer in every bite. Best of all, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and ready in just 21 minutes—ideal for a quick yet impressive lunch or dinner.

The star of this dish is the juicy watermelon salsa, which balances the natural richness of the grouper with bright, tangy flavors. Fresh cucumber, briny kalamata olives, spicy jalapeño, and a hint of red onion come together with a drizzle of white balsamic vinegar and olive oil for a salsa that’s both refreshing and satisfying. Grilling the grouper locks in moisture while adding a subtle smoky char, making each forkful irresistible.

With only 249 calories per serving, this meal is as nutritious as it is delicious. The high protein content keeps you full, while the healthy fats from olive oil and the natural sweetness of watermelon make it a well-rounded dish. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply craving a light yet flavorful meal, this Grilled Grouper with Watermelon Salsa is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Ingredients

  • 0.5  cucumber english chopped
  • 16 oz grouper fillets 
  • small jalapeno minced seeded
  • 0.3 cup kalamata olives pitted chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • tablespoons onion red minced
  • teaspoon salt divided
  • cups seeded/seedless watermelon seedless chopped
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar white

Equipment

  • knife
  • grill

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to 350 to 400 (medium-high) heat.
  2. Sprinkle grouper with pepper and 1/2 tsp. salt.
  3. Drizzle with 2 Tbsp. olive oil.
  4. Grill fish, covered with grill lid, 3 to 4 minutes on each side or just until fish begins to flake when poked with the tip of a sharp knife and is opaque in center.
  5. Combine chopped watermelon, next 5 ingredients, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt and 1 Tbsp. olive oil.
  6. Serve with grilled fish.

Nutrition Facts

Calories249kcal
Protein36.83%
Fat47.44%
Carbs15.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.92
Glycemic Load
4.95
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.567826084469%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.46mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.42mg
Quercetin
1.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:249.12kcal
12.46%
Fat:13.14g
20.21%
Saturated Fat:1.92g
12.02%
Carbohydrates:9.8g
3.27%
Net Carbohydrates:8.72g
3.17%
Sugar:6.94g
7.71%
Cholesterol:41.96mg
13.99%
Sodium:777.06mg
33.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.95g
45.9%
Selenium:41.95µg
59.93%
Vitamin B6:0.41mg
20.71%
Potassium:723.31mg
20.67%
Phosphorus:206.07mg
20.61%
Vitamin C:11.73mg
14.21%
Vitamin A:707.7IU
14.15%
Vitamin K:14.15µg
13.48%
Vitamin E:2.01mg
13.43%
Magnesium:51.41mg
12.85%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.42%
Vitamin B12:0.68µg
11.34%
Iron:1.53mg
8.48%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.04%
Manganese:0.16mg
8%
Calcium:52.74mg
5.27%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.84%
Copper:0.09mg
4.64%
Folate:17.34µg
4.34%
Fiber:1.08g
4.32%
Vitamin B3:0.6mg
3.02%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.31%
Source:My Recipes