Grilled Citrus-Glazed Grouper with St. Augustine Herb Salad

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A fresh seafood dish featuring grilled grouper brushed with a tangy citrus glaze, paired with a vibrant herb salad inspired by the coastal flavors of St. Augustine. This caribbean-inspired seafood ready in about 27 minutes pairs fillets (6 oz each) grouper fillets, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 3 minced garlic cloves until well combined to form the citrus glaze.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 grouper fillets on both sides with half of the citrus glaze and season with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Grill the grouper fillets for 4-5 minutes per side until opaque and flaky, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through grilling to build a shiny, sticky finish.
  4. Step 4: While the fish grills, toss 4 cups mixed greens, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 1/4 cup chopped basil, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt to create a fresh herb salad.
  5. Step 5: Serve the grilled grouper fillets atop the herb salad immediately, spooning any remaining glaze from the grill over the fish for extra flavor.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Citrus-Glazed Grouper with St. Augustine Herb Salad take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Citrus-Glazed Grouper with St. Augustine Herb Salad?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep orange juice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Citrus-Glazed Grouper with St. Augustine Herb Salad?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Citrus-Glazed Grouper with St. Augustine Herb Salad for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Citrus-Glazed Grouper with St. Augustine Herb Salad?

Caribbean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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