Grilled Whitefish with Capers Recipe
Vegan grilled whitefish with capers combines smoky char, citrus, and briny zing for a refined, flavor-packed dinner.
Ingredients
- Vegan whitefish fillets soy or pea protein-based – 4 (about 6 oz each)
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice – 2 tbsp
- Garlic minced – 2 cloves
- Fresh parsley – 2 tbsp chopped
- Capers – 2 tbsp drained
- Salt – ½ tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
Instructions
- Pat vegan whitefish fillets dry.
- In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Brush marinade generously over fillets; let rest 8 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high; oil grates lightly.
- Grill fillets 6–7 minutes per side until golden with light char.
- Remove from grill, top with capers, and garnish with parsley.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 245
- Total Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 22%
- Vitamin A: 18%
- Iron: 10%
- Calcium: 8%
- Potassium: 15%
Additional Tips
- Grill lemon halves for smoky citrus juice.
- Add a splash of white wine to marinade for depth.
- Pair with roasted potatoes or quinoa for balance.