Grilled Yellowtail with Lemon
Grilled Yellowtail with Lemon is a classic Mediterranean dish featuring fresh yellowtail fish marinated in olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then grilled and finished with a bright squeeze of lemon. It typically includes ingredients like olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and parsley, and is popular in coastal regions of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and healthy fats, providing omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and selenium, with a rough calorie count of 250-350 per serving depending on portion size and added oils.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin D | 15 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.5 µg |
| Selenium | 65 µg |
| Phosphorus | 320 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 1.2 g |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
Per 1 fillet (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it reflects the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on fresh seafood and simple, flavorful preparations, while nutritionally, the combination of omega-3s from the fish and antioxidants from lemon and herbs supports heart and brain health.
