Summer Biarritz-Style Grilled Seafood Platter

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A vibrant seafood platter inspired by the sunny surf town of Biarritz, featuring fresh grilled fish and shellfish accented with lemon and herbs. This french-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced 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.

★ 4.0 (15 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 French cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 4 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 sea bass fillets and 12 large shrimp in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, turning to coat evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grates.
  4. Step 4: Grill the sea bass fillets for 4-5 minutes per side until opaque and grill marks form, and grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and firm.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges sliced from 1 lemon for squeezing.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Summer Biarritz-Style Grilled Seafood Platter take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 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 Summer Biarritz-Style Grilled Seafood Platter?

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Summer Biarritz-Style Grilled Seafood Platter?

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 Summer Biarritz-Style Grilled Seafood Platter 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 Summer Biarritz-Style Grilled Seafood Platter?

French 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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