Grilled Grouper with Oranges, Red Onions and Olives

Big juicy fillets of grilled fish are one of my absolute favourite things to serve in the summer. A tender piece of grilled grouper, slightly charred on the outside, yet moist and flaky on the inside, a fresh cool salad, and a nice glass of wine are all it takes to make any summer evening feel like an occasion. This simple mediterranean dish is both rustic and elegant, with its sweet citrus notes, briny olives, and punch of onion. It’s a dish I can whip out in minutes and still feel like I’m serving something special.

1 (2 lb) whole grouper fillet
1 large red onion, sliced
4 oranges, zested and sliced
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
¾ cup small briny olives
Kosher salt
black pepper, freshly ground

Preheat the grill to high heat. Pat the grouper fillet dry then drizzle with olives oil. Sprinkle with minced garlic, salt and pepper. Then zest 1-2 oranges over the top of the grouper. Gently rub the grouper on both sides to distribute the orange zest, garlic and seasoning.

Slice the oranges and onions. Grill the grouper for about 4 minutes per side, carefully flipping with two spatulas, so the fillet doesn't break. Tent with foil, then grill the oranges and onions for 1 minute per side.

Place the grouper on a platter with the grilled onions, oranges and olives. Serve warm.

Makes 6 servings.