Jul 13 2026
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Whole Branzino Alla Piastra Recipe

Inspired by Chi Spacca
Time30m
Serves2

herb salad, charred lemon

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Ingredients

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Fish

Herb Salad

Charred Lemon

Method

Prepare the Fish

  1. 1

    Season the Branzino

    Rub the whole branzino inside and out with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Grilling

  1. 3

    Grill the Branzino

    Place the branzino on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

  2. 4

    Char the Lemon

    During the last few minutes of cooking, place the halved lemon cut side down on the grill to char.

Prepare the Herb Salad

  1. 5

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine parsley, basil, mint, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Transfer the grilled branzino to a serving platter. Top with the herb salad and serve with the charred lemon on the side.

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