One of our favorite parts about a beach vacation is enjoying a delicious plate of simple seafood. Instead of waiting for your family vacation to eat seafood this year, try grilling some up in your own backyard to make every day feel like an afternoon by the beach. Grilling is one of the best ways to get flavorful food during the heat of summer. When the weather's right, that's the perfect excuse to ready the grill and cook and eat outside. We will take any excuse to bypass turning on the oven, especially when it tastes this good. While we would never say no to BBQ, chicken, or steak on the grill, something about seafood gives the meal a light, breezy feeling. The next time you fire up the grill, reach for one of these great grilled seafood recipes.
Grilled Grouper
This versatile fish can be served with a variety of sides, making it an easy summer staple. Drizzle with a light and lemony caper dressing.
Grilled Clambake Foil Packets with Herb Butter
Prepare these foil packets in the morning so you can enjoy your summer day. Once in for dinner, just throw them on the grill for 20 minutes.
Lemon Pepper-Salmon Kebabs
Switch up your classic salmon filets and turn them into delicious skewers. The salmon soaks up a zesty marinade and then grills in minutes.
Chicken-and-Shrimp Kebabs with Summer Vegetables and Basil Oil
Pair shrimp with poultry and summer vegetables for filling kebabs. Brush the skewers with basil oil as they cook, then use the rest for dipping.
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp Skewers with Chipotle Comeback Sauce
We love adding bacon to any dish, especially when we're firing up the grill. The spicy comeback sauce is a must. Make this recipe even easier by preparing the skewers and sauce a day ahead.
Easy Grilled Salmon
Quick and easy, this salmon recipe is foolproof for weeknight meals. The lemony vinaigrette gives an elegant finish to the salmon. Use the extra to toss with a side salad.
Grilled Royal Reds with Lemony Garlic Butter
These royal reds taste like summer thanks to the lemony garlic butter they're tossed with. They grill up in a flash, and they'll likely be gone in one too.
Grilled Cajun Shrimp Kabobs with Sausage
Cajun spices add some kick to these quick-cooking kebabs. Serve these skewers with rice or grits.
Grilled Shrimp Po'Boys with Quick Rémoulade Sauce
The slightly charred hoagie rolls make these sandwiches absolutely delicious. Mix the sauce before you start grilling because the shrimp only take a few minutes to cook.
Grilled Oysters
Grill each oyster until the shells begin opening at the wide end. Serve with various toppings, though these are delicious on their own.
Easy BBQ Shrimp
A flavorful marinade dresses up this easy shrimp appetizer. Serve with cocktail picks for a mess-free bite.
Shrimp-Okra-and-Sausage Kebabs
These kebabs are sprinkled with Cajun seasoning and brushed with a mixture of lemon juice, hot sauce, and melted butter. A hot grill gives the okra a nice char.
Grilled Shrimp-and-Squash Pasta with Summer Herbs
Grilled summer squash and shrimp make this light, fresh pasta dish seem effortlessly elegant. A light, buttery sauce lets the flavors of the grilled ingredients shine.
Maya Prawns with Chipotle Mezcal Sauce
Chipotle chile and mezcal sauce top these perfectly grilled prawns and vegetables. Make the wilted beet greens salad the night before.
BBQ Cedar Plank Salmon
Cedar planks help bring on the smoky flavor as you grill your salmon. This quick-cooking salmon is worthy of serving to guests, or make it to elevate a weeknight meal.
Grilled Corn-and-Salmon Salad with Tomatoes
Fresh summer staples are combined and made better with just a bit of char. Use salmon fillets instead of smaller pieces in this dish. The fillets are less likely to stick to the grill.
Grilled Shrimp and Squash Skewers with Herbed Couscous
These light and fresh skewers are the ultimate patio meal thanks to simply dressed shrimp and summer squash. The Israeli couscous salad features fresh herbs, olives, and feta.
Grilled Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Shrimp soak up a garlicky soy marinade before hitting the grill. Cook the shrimp and make quick pickled vegetables in advance, so you only need to fold everything into lettuce leaves for a summery lunch.
Mediterranean Shrimp and Couscous Salad
These easy skewers cook quickly. Make the herbed couscous salad in advance for a quick weeknight dinner. Use orzo if you can’t find Israeli couscous.
Blackened Shrimp Rice Bowls
Use rice, quinoa, or lettuce as the base for this quick dinner that combines protein, veggies, and grains in one bowl. Grilled shrimp and veggies contribute smoky flavors, while a creamy poblano dressing brings tang.