Island-Style Grilled Mahi Mahi

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

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Lightly charred mahi mahi glazed with a tangy citrus-habanero sauce, perfect for summer grilling. This Caribbean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs mahi mahi fillets, lime juice, habanero pepper 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) mahi mahi fillets
3 tbsp lime juice
1 small habanero pepper
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F). In a bowl, mix 3 tbsp lime juice, 1 small habanero pepper (seeded and minced), 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and salt/pepper to taste.
Step 2: Place 4 mahi mahi fillets on a baking sheet, brush generously with the glaze, and let marinate for 15 minutes. Discard any remaining glaze.
Step 3: Grill fillets for 4 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Baste with remaining glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.