Easy Grilled Fish and Shrimp Recipes

Anna Williams

Think beyond burgers and hot dogs with these backyard barbecue recipes for shrimp, salmon, tilapia, and more.

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Gingery Salmon With Peaches

Anna Williams
A vinaigrette of rice vinegar, grated ginger, thyme, and oil adds a refreshing bite to the smoky, sweet peaches and salmon.

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Grilled Shrimp Tacos

James Baigrie
Garlicky, buttery shrimp pairs up with cumin-spiced sour cream, shredded cabbage, and refreshing tomatillo salsa in this crowd-pleasing dish.

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Salmon Kebabs With Cilantro Sauce

Romulo Yanes
Combine lemon zest, olive oil, cilantro, and chopped pine nuts to make a zingy sauce for the grilled salmon.

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Grilled Shrimp Panzanella With Basil

Con Poulos
Make the most of summer produce: This main-course salad combines shrimp with grilled bread, ripe tomatoes, and fresh basil.

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Grilled Halibut With Salt-and-Vinegar Potatoes

Yunhee Kim
Wrap the potatoes in foil packets and cook on the grill for tender, flavorful results without the mess.

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Mexican Grilled Shrimp Caesar Salad

Aya Brackett
Grill the shrimp in this lively main-course salad to bring out smoky-sweet flavors.

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Tilapia Tacos With Cucumber Relish

Charles Masters

This fresh, healthy take on fried fish tacos stars grilled tilapia dressed up with crisp radishes, cucumbers, and lime juice.

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Plank-Grilled Salmon With Lemon and Fennel

Charles Masters
Sliced fennel and fresh fronds add a licorice-like sweetness while the lemon lends a citrusy brightness.

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Grilled Shrimp With Lemony Potato Salad

Con Poulos
Grilling shrimp with the shells on keeps them moist and adds rich flavor.

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Halibut With Grilled Eggplant Salad

 Quentin Bacon
The delicious vinaigrette makes the dish: Ginger, jalapeño, and cilantro deliver a touch of heat, while rice vinegar adds a nice tang.

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Grilled Mahimahi With Grapefruit Salad

Quentin Bacon
Tart, juicy grapefruit balances out the meaty fish and creamy avocado.


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Salmon Burgers With Corn Salad

 Christopher Baker
Jazz up dinnertime with juicy salmon burgers instead of beef; serve with a fresh corn salad with crunchy toasted walnuts and crumbled Feta.

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Garlicky Grilled Tilapia With Couscous

Charles Masters

Briefly marinate the fish in a simple mixture of lemon juice, oil, and garlic to infuse it with bright flavors before grilling.

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Grilled Coriander Shrimp With Aïoli

Charles Masters
The simple shrimp dip is a snap to prepare—just stir finely chopped garlic and mayonnaise together.

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Grilled Tuna With Tomato Salsa

Dana Gallagher
Top the tuna with a fresh salsa made with diced tomatoes, capers, chopped arugula, and a lemon-shallot vinaigrette.

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Grilled Salmon With Cucumber and Celery Salad

 Quentin Bacon
The cool combination of cucumbers and celery is the perfect match for hot-off-the-grill salmon.

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Chipotle Shrimp With Radish and Jicama Salad

Dana Gallagher
A large, round root vegetable, jicama has a sweet, crunchy flesh that’s a cool contrast to the peppery shrimp.

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