Grilled Striped Bass with Lemon and Fennel

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
43%
Grilled Striped Bass with Lemon and Fennel
45 min.
4
458kcal

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Experience the delightful flavors of the sea with our Grilled Striped Bass with Lemon and Fennel! This exquisite dish brings together the fresh taste of striped bass, perfectly complemented by aromatic fennel and bright lemon citrus. It’s not just a meal; it’s a culinary adventure that transports you to sunny coastal kitchens every time you take a bite.

Whether you're planning a casual lunch with friends or an elegant dinner to impress your family, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe fits the bill for any occasion. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's perfect for those looking to enjoy a nutritious yet satisfying main course without spending hours in the kitchen.

The method of grilling allows the fish to develop a beautifully smoky flavor while maintaining its delicate texture. As the fish cooks, the combination of fennel fronds and zesty lemon slices infuses it with a fresh, aromatic essence that will tantalize your taste buds. Each serving is a feast fit for the eyes and the palate, boasting a wholesome caloric breakdown that showcases high protein and healthy fats, making it not only delicious but a smart choice for balanced eating.

So fire up your grill and prepare to savor the perfect blend of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Join us in creating a delightful dish that celebrates the best of fresh ingredients while keeping health and flavor at the forefront!

Ingredients

  • servings coarse salt 
  • 0.5 cup fennel bulb fresh packed coarsely chopped ()
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • 5.1 inch optional: lemon 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • pound bass fillets whole cleaned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  2. Whisk first 3 ingredients in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Make three 1/2-inch-deep diagonal slits in skin on each side of fish.
  4. Brush fish generously inside and out with garlic oil.
  5. Sprinkle fish inside and out with coarse salt. Stuff slits with half of fennel fronds.
  6. Place remaining fennel fronds inside fish.
  7. Place fish in grilling basket. Top fish with lemon slices, overlapping slightly. Close grilling basket (fish and lemon slices should be secured by basket). Grill fish until cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.
  8. Remove fish with lemon slices from basket and carefully transfer to platter.
  9. Serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories458kcal
Protein54.57%
Fat43.53%
Carbs1.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.13
Glycemic Load
0.4
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
24.788260796796%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.18mg
Hesperetin
1.99mg
Naringenin
0.12mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:457.53kcal
22.88%
Fat:21.48g
33.05%
Saturated Fat:3.6g
22.52%
Carbohydrates:2.11g
0.7%
Net Carbohydrates:1.63g
0.59%
Sugar:0.71g
0.79%
Cholesterol:272.16mg
90.72%
Sodium:434.84mg
18.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:60.61g
121.22%
Vitamin B12:13µg
216.59%
Selenium:124.48µg
177.83%
Phosphorus:682.44mg
68.24%
Vitamin B6:1.05mg
52.52%
Vitamin B3:7.23mg
36.17%
Magnesium:139.02mg
34.75%
Potassium:934.33mg
26.7%
Vitamin B5:2.6mg
26.02%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.16%
Iron:3.07mg
17.03%
Vitamin K:14.98µg
14.27%
Vitamin E:2.02mg
13.5%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.37%
Folate:35.46µg
8.86%
Vitamin C:6.4mg
7.76%
Vitamin A:322.05IU
6.44%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.41%
Calcium:60.62mg
6.06%
Copper:0.12mg
5.98%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.96%
Fiber:0.48g
1.93%
Source:Epicurious