Citrus-Lime Marinated Mahi Mahi
Mahi mahi fillets are marinated in extra-virgin olive oil, lime juice and grated lime zest, with garlic, cayenne pepper, black pepper and salt adding bright heat and depth. Grilling brings out the fish’s tender texture while the citrusy marinade keeps the flavor fresh and lively, making it a fitting choice for a light summer lunch or dinner.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Citrus-Lime Marinated Mahi Mahi, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 6 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 41 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 21
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 21
- Performance
- 31
- General Wellness
- 1
Whisk olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cayenne pepper, lime zest, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl. Add mahi mahi fillets and turn to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 2
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 3
Remove mahi mahi from the marinade and shake off the excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- 4
Cook mahi mahi on the preheated grill until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Garnish with lime zest twists to serve.
- Calories 825.17 kcal High 41%
- Protein 21.71 g Good Source 43%
- Carbohydrate 19.33 g 7%
- Total Fat 76.56 g High 98%
- Saturated Fat 10.8 g High 54%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 80.73 mg High 27%
- Sodium 109.19 mg Low Source 5%
- Dietary Fiber 2.01 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 1.45 g --
- Added Sugars 0.03 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 103.65 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 1.55 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 90.51 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 1.79 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 33.93 mg Good Source 38%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Fish 🐟
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Citrus Lime Marinated Mahi Mahi is made with 9 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 825.17 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Citrus-Lime Marinated Mahi Mahi made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Grated Romano Cheese. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Citrus-Lime Marinated Mahi Mahi?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 825.17 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Citrus-Lime Marinated Mahi Mahi easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Citrus-Lime Marinated Mahi Mahi healthy?
- Citrus-Lime Marinated Mahi Mahi has an easyChef Pro health score of 37/100. Per serving, it provides 825.17 calories and 21.71 g of protein, or 43% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 10.8 g (54% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Fish, Milk and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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