Grilled Citrus-Blackened Snapper with Florida Orange Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

A vibrant grilled snapper dish showcasing blackened spices complemented by a fresh, zesty Florida orange salsa that highlights regional citrus flavors. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs snapper fillets, olive oil, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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

• 4 fillets (6 oz each) snapper fillets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 oranges, peeled and diced Florida oranges
• 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make the blackening spice. Brush 3 tbsp olive oil evenly over 4 snapper fillets and rub the spice mix thoroughly on both sides.
2. Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the seasoned snapper fillets for 4-5 minutes per side until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, developing a slightly charred crust.
3. Step 3: While the snapper cooks, prepare the Florida orange salsa by combining 2 diced Florida oranges, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1 minced jalapeño (seeded for less heat), 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 tsp honey in a bowl. Stir gently to blend flavors.
4. Step 4: Serve each grilled snapper fillet topped with a generous spoonful of the bright, citrusy orange salsa.