Grilled Halibut

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This Grilled Halibut is the best healthy grilled fish recipe ever! It’s a light but filling summer dinner, and it’s full of wholesome ingredients!

Grilled Halibut Recipe

It’s officially grilling weather! As soon as the sun starts shining, you’ll find me on the back deck, grilling up a storm and enjoying being out in the fresh air while I cook.

Grilled halibut is one of my all-time favorite meals! It’s perfectly kid-friendly and absolutely fantastic for a fresh, tasty, and wholesome meal.

Halibut is probably my all-time favorite fish to eat! It’s a little pricey for fish, so I usually only buy it about twice a year when it’s on sale. It’s delicious when pan seared, broiled and, of course, grilled!

Ingredients

Get your shopping lists ready! The main part of the dish is super simple, but you’re definitely going to want to make the sides, too! Here’s what you need for the fish:

• Halibut fillets: Choose firm, white halibut fillets with a mild aroma and no discoloration for the best flavor and texture.
• Oil: You can use any neutral-tasting oil such as avocado oil or vegetable oil.
• Salt and Pepper: Freshly-cracked black pepper and sea salt are my go-tos!
• Cayenne: I like just a kiss of heat, so I like to include the cayenne, but for my kids, I leave it off. Whatever you like is absolutely perfect.

Substitutions and Variations

Substitute chicken breasts if you don’t like fish, or substitute any white fish if you don’t have halibut on hand (it’s so expensive, so I only buy it like twice a year!).

You can also substitute mango for the strawberries, or leave the fruit off completely if you’re following a low carb plan or you just prefer it! This pineapple salsa would also be delicious.

If you don’t have halibut, you can substitute any other white fish, like cod, grouper or haddock.

How to Make Grilled Halibut

Before you begin: Make the strawberry salsa. If you’re making it more than 20 or 30 minutes in advance, wait until just before serving to cut and add in the avocado. Keep it covered and chilled in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve the rest of the food. Prepare the rice or whatever else you are serving with it!

Here’s how to grill the halibut:

1. Prepare the fish. Pat dry the fish with a paper towel, then drizzle each fillet with oil and seasonings, turning to coat. Season simply! A little salt and pepper go a long way without overpowering the fish.
2. Grill the fish. Halibut cooks relatively quickly, so you’ll only need a few minutes to cook it. If your fillet has skin, start grilling with the skin side down for better structure.
3. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F-135°F (it will continue to cook off the grill).
4. Assemble the dish by plating the rice, adding the grilled fish and then spooning the strawberry guacamole over top. Garnish with slices of lime and cilantro.

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