Module 16 · From the Sea
Grilled Fresh Sardines with Gremolata & Charred Lemon
Grilled Fresh Sardines with Gremolata & Charred Lemon is a keto dinner with 2.3 g net carbs, 27 g protein and 13 g fat per serving (234 kcal). It serves 4 and takes 25 minutes in total.
Whole fresh sardines grilled until smoky and crisp, showered with parsley, lemon and garlic gremolata: the taste of a Portuguese harbour.
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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: fish. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 4 servings · Active time: 15 min · Total time: 25 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 2.3 g |
| Protein | 27 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Energy | 234 kcal |
| Vitamin D | 6 µg |
| Calcium | 113 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 1.8 g |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 800 g whole fresh sardines, scaled and gutted (about 500 g edible)
- 2 tbsp organic olive oil
- 20 g organic flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 piece organic lemon, zest, then halved and charred
- 1 piece organic garlic clove, very finely chopped
- 1 pinch flaky salt
- 200 g organic tomato and cucumber salad
Step-by-step method
- Mix parsley, lemon zest and garlic for the gremolata.
- Rub the sardines with oil and salt.
- Grill over high heat 2–3 minutes per side until charred and cooked through. Char the lemon halves alongside.
- Scatter with gremolata and serve with the charred lemon and salad.
Chef’s tips
- Eat them with your fingers, lifting the flesh off the backbone.
Variations
- Use small mackerel.
- Add chilli to the gremolata.
Storage
Best freshly grilled.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Grilled Fresh Sardines with Gremolata & Charred Lemon?
One serving has 2.3 g net carbohydrates, 27 g protein and 13 g fat (234 kcal). The recipe makes 4 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Grilled Fresh Sardines with Gremolata & Charred Lemon ahead, store or freeze it?
Best freshly grilled.
Which allergens are in Grilled Fresh Sardines with Gremolata & Charred Lemon?
It contains fish, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Is Grilled Fresh Sardines with Gremolata & Charred Lemon gluten-free?
Yes. None of the ingredients contain gluten. Check the labels of processed ingredients such as stock or spices.
Can I vary Grilled Fresh Sardines with Gremolata & Charred Lemon?
Yes. Use small mackerel. Add chilli to the gremolata.