Great Grilled Seafood Recipes

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Grilled Grouper with Watermelon Salsa

Ready in 21 Minutes
This delicious dish is ready in less than 30 minutes! Cool watermelon salsa pairs perfectly with hot-off-the-grill fish. For a twist, serve in a pita pocket for a sandwich.

Recipe: Grilled Grouper with Watermelon Salsa

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Spicy Glazed Shrimp and Vegetable Kabobs

The sweet and tangy shrimp and seasoned vegetables are like a meal on a stick. The Caribbean jerk seasoning gives these kabobs a special, spicy flair.

Recipe: Spicy Glazed Shrimp and Vegetable Kabobs

Grilled Shrimp-and-Green Bean Salad

This salad is perfect for busy weeknights and casual get-togethers. The shrimp can be grilled up to a day ahead. Store the prepared dressing in the fridge for up to a week; return to room temperature just before tossing with the salad.

Recipe: Grilled Shrimp-and-Green Bean Salad

Greek Snapper on the Grill

Some types of fish are just made for the grill. One of our favorites is red snapper. This simple grilled fish recipe gets a kick of flavor from Greek seasoning and grills up in less than 20 minutes.

Recipe: Greek Snapper on the Grill

Lemon-Grilled Salmon

Grilling salmon on cedar planks is so easy. Not only does the wood add smoky flavor to your dish, but the planks also prevent the fish from flaking and falling through the food grate.

Recipe: Lemon-Grilled Salmon

Shrimp Mojo de Ajo

Great for small get-togethers, this mini-kebab can be served straight from the grill while guests mingle. "Mojo de Ajo" means garlic sauce, and this recipe calls for ¾ cup garlic! Don't let that scare you; the garlic sauce becomes smooth when cooked and mixed with flavorful guajilo chiles.

Recipe: Shrimp Mojo de Ajo

Mexican-Grilled Shrimp with Smoky Sweet Sauce

Skewer your way to a great dinner. Shrimp are perfect candidates for kebabs because they're uniform and will cook in approximately the same amount of time. Make sure to not overcrowd ingredients on a skewer. Try to leave a little space when cooking to allow the food to heat evenly.

Recipe: Mexican-Grilled Shrimp with Smoky Sweet Sauce

Grilled Sweet-and-Sour Scallops

Fresh ginger is key in this healthy, grilled scallop recipe. Let the scallops soak in an Asian-style marinade for 30 minutes and then grill 2-3 minutes on each side. You'll have a laid-back dinner with a touch of elegance.

Recipe: Grilled Sweet-and-Sour Scallops

Cumin-Dusted Catfish Sandwiches

These sandwiches are easy to prepare super-fast adn throw on the grill. You’ll recognize the aromatic, nutty-flavored cumin from Southwestern dishes. Try serving with grilled sweet potatoes.

Recipe: Cumin-Dusted Catfish Sandwiches

Grilled Snapper with Orange-Almond Sauce

Ready in around 30 minutes, this recipe includes a rich browned butter sauce that you can prepare just before the fish comes off the grill. For added flair, garnish the snapper with orange slices and thyme sprigs.

Recipe: Grilled Snapper with Orange-Almond Sauce