Lemon Garlic Grilled Seafood Platter
When you want a restaurant-quality seafood dinner without the effort of making 5 different dishes.
Sometimes you just want a fancy dinner without the 'fancy' effort. This platter is your shortcut to elegance. By roasting or grilling the seafood with a simple hit of lemon, garlic, and herbs, you get that high-end Mediterranean vibe in about 20 minutes. It feels like a treat, but it’s actually incredibly low-maintenance. Because everything cooks together in one pan (or on one grate), you won't be stuck at the stove while your food gets cold. It's the perfect 'I don't want to think' meal that still tastes like a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb firm white fish fillets (like cod or halibut)
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 unit cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 unit lemon — juiced and zested
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes — optional for heat
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Method
- 1 Preheat your oven to 400°F or prepare a grill/griddle over medium-high heat.
- 2 In a large bowl or on a sheet pan, toss the fish and shrimp with olive oil, lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- 3 Spread the seafood out in a single layer. Do not crowd them, or they will steam instead of roasting/grilling.
- 4 Cook for 8-12 minutes (depending on your heat source) until the fish flakes easily with a fork and shrimp are opaque and firm.
- 5 Squeeze any remaining lemon over the platter before serving.
Variations
- Vegetarian Swap — Replace the fish and shrimp with thick slices of zucchini and halloumi cheese.
- Extra Flavor — Add a handful of cherry tomatoes to the pan; they will burst and create a light sauce.
Notes
If using an oven, a sheet pan is great because it keeps everything in one place. If grilling, ensure the grill is well-oiled to prevent sticking.
Equipment that helps
- Sheet Pan — Allows for easy cleanup and even roasting of multiple items at once.
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