Aperol Glazed Grilled Fish
A zesty fish dish marinated in Aperol and citrus, glazed with a bittersweet sauce for a flavorful aperitivo-inspired main course. This Mediterranean recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Aperol, Olive oil, Lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Aperol
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tsp Herbs de Provence
- 4, skinless Fish fillets
- 2 tbsp Butter
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix Aperol, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs de Provence. Season fish fillets with salt and pepper, then brush with the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook fish for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the flesh is opaque and the glaze is caramelized.
- Step 3: Finish with a drizzle of butter and serve immediately.






