22 Grilled Fish Recipes For Every Occasion

If you’re looking for mouthwatering grilled dinner ideas, look no further than this collection of delicious recipes featuring succulent grilled fish. Whether you’re a seasoned grilling pro or a beginner, we’ve got you covered with step-by-step instructions on how to set up your grill for perfect results every time. From foil-packed grilled foods to kebab recipes to main dish recipes for any seafood lover, this collection has something for everyone. So fire up your grill and get ready to impress your friends and family with fantastic grilled fish dishes, like these tuna steaks. When the quality of fish is top-tier, a simple cooking method is often the best route to go. This recipe lets the flavor of the fish shine through and offers the perfect base recipe for building a meal that suits your mood.

Cooking salmon on skewers can make things easy when preparing for a crowd, and slices of lemon tucked between each piece ensure little to no dryness. Don’t skip the sauce, which combines umami-rich miso paste with fresh herbs and fresh garlic.

This easy grilled salmon recipe really is the best—you get a perfectly cooked, moist and flaky fish with a delicious crispy skin. The flavor profile is salty from the capers, tangy from the lemon, herbaceous from the tarragon, a touch sweet from the brown sugar and packs a bit of spice from freshly ground black pepper.

This recipe for whole grilled sea fish draws on Filipino flavors by combining it with a fresh tomato and onion salsa. Don’t skip the fish sauce, which adds a subtle boost of umami.

Tangy, zippy mojo sauce steals the show in this couldn’t-be-easier mahi-mahi recipe. A simple combination of garlic, lime and cilantro ensures bright, bold flavors with minimal prep work.

Salmon cooks beautifully on the grill due to the high level of healthy fats in the fish. This recipe will please even well-done salmon lovers. The juicy honey-soy glaze and tangy ginger and herb stuffing keep the fish from getting too dry.

By using a thick slice of pineapple instead of wood, fish fillets are protected from the direct heat of the grill, so they remain perfectly tender and moist. Use the rest of the pineapple to make a colorful sweet-and-spicy salsa.

Grilling a whole fish might seem intimidating, but this recipe makes it easy with a simple method. By stuffing the interior with lime, basil and ginger, the fish stays flavorful without getting dried out by the hot grill.

Stuck in a salmon rut? Paired with an herb and Meyer lemon compound butter, this grilled salmon is anything but boring. Double the compound butter recipe to use later on steak, chicken or even just slathered on a slice of bread.

Halibut makes a killer fish sandwich, especially when paired with a spicy and herbaceous cilantro chutney that is perfectly spreadable with the help of shredded coconut. Top the fish with shredded carrots dressed in tangy lime juice for a much-needed crunch.

Just because tilapia is cheap doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Simple grilled tilapia gets an upgrade from an elegant beurre blanc. An easy side of caper and parsley orzo pasta completes the meal that’s quick enough to make any night of the week.

This recipe pairs simple grilled salmon with a foil packet full of fresh veggies so you can put it to the side of the grill while you focus on the fish. Toasted sesame oil and chili garlic sauce add a boost of flavor to each bite.

Swordfish is one of the easier fish to grill due to its firm texture. This grilled swordfish recipe is served with a bright and tangy salsa verde that complements the fish without overpowering it.

Grilled fish tacos can be just as satisfying as their crispy fried counterparts as long as you top them with a tangy slaw. Use grouper, as the recipe suggests, or feel free to sub in your favorite firm white fish.

For a lighter take on the backyard burger, try out this grilled tuna burger. Made with sushi-grade tuna, these tuna burgers are easy to make and packed full of flavor with the help of a spicy Sriracha mayo spread.

Grilled whole fish gets an infusion of Spanish flavors thanks to an olive oil and paprika rub. A mixture of garlic, lemon, scallions, and fresh herbs stuffed inside makes sure the fish is brimming with flavor from the inside out.

The fear of fish sticking to the grill is enough to make anyone second guess this cooking method unless you go with Marcela Valladolid’s foil-packet salmon recipe. By enclosing the fish in a package, you can remove the risk of sticking while also achieving a healthy dinner that’s packed full of flavor.

By packing tuna steaks with a salsa verde-inspired herb mixture, you can have a tasty dinner that’s simple enough to make on a busy weeknight. If you end up with a surplus of extra fish, make a great tuna fish salad from the leftovers.

For a recipe that’s almost too pretty to eat, try this grilled swordfish paired with a summery grilled mango salsa. Packed with charred corn, diced avocado and spicy habanero chili, the salsa goes perfectly with the ancho-rubbed swordfish.

If you find yourself craving a fish sandwich but don’t want to spend the money going out to eat, try this grilled fish sandwich from Rachel Ray. The baked waffle fries are just as satisfying as those at the restaurant, especially when dipped in a spicy Bloody Mary-inspired ketchup dip.

You're going to love this miso-ginger marinated grilled salmon recipe from Bobby Flay. Made using a mixture of light white miso, mirin, rice vinegar, soy sauce and fresh ginger, the marinade infuses the salmon in just thirty minutes. If you can find it, finish the fish with a drizzle of fragrant yuzu citrus juice.