Description
A simple yet elegant grilled halibut recipe featuring a bright, tangy glaze made from fresh orange juice, Dijon mustard, and herbs. This lean protein dish is perfect for weeknights or summer entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 medium orange
- 4 halibut fillets (approx. 6 ounces each)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, orange zest, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Place halibut fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour half of the marinade over the fish, reserving the other half for the glaze. Marinate at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F-450°F). Clean grates thoroughly and oil them generously to prevent sticking.
- Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until reduced by half and syrupy. Remove from heat.
- Pat fish dry with paper towels. Place fillets on the grill. Cook for 4 minutes on the first side without moving to allow searing.
- Flip the fish carefully. Brush the top with the reduced glaze. Cook for another 4-6 minutes on the second side.
- Fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork, is opaque throughout, and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove from grill and let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Do not marinate for too long as the acid can make the fish mushy. Ensure the grill grates are well-oiled to prevent sticking. If using bottled orange juice, choose ‘not from concentrate’ with no added sugar. Halibut can be substituted with swordfish, mahi-mahi, or salmon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with glaze
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 35
Keywords: grilled halibut, orange dijon sauce, healthy fish recipe, summer grilling, quick dinner, gluten-free seafood