Pan-Seared Garlic-Lime Grouper with Roasted Red Pepper Salsa

This quick and flavorful grouper recipe is made in the air-fryer and topped with a zesty roasted red pepper salsa, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner under 20 minutes. The garlic-lime marinade infuses the fish with bright, fresh flavors the whole family will love.

⏱️ 18 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 230 calories
Pan-Seared Garlic-Lime Grouper with Roasted Red Pepper Salsa
Ingredients
  • 4 6 oz pieces grouper fillets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup roasted red peppers, diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
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Instructions

1

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Brush mixture onto both sides of each grouper fillet.

⏱️ 2 minutes
2

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Arrange grouper fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

⏱️ 1 minute 🌡️ 400°F
3

Air-fry fillets at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

⏱️ 9 minutes 🌡️ 400°F
4

While the fish cooks, combine roasted red peppers, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using) in a bowl to make the salsa.

⏱️ 2 minutes
5

Serve the cooked grouper fillets topped with roasted red pepper salsa.

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Nutrition Information

230
Calories
28g
Protein
6g
Carbs
10g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, just be sure to thaw the fillets completely and pat them dry before marinating and air-frying.

You can bake the fish in a conventional oven at 425°F for about 12 minutes, or until it flakes easily.

Yes, the salsa can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

The fish should be opaque, flake easily with a fork, and reach an internal temperature of 145°F.

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