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red snapper with caper salsa

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Angela Gray
Bristol, TN

Snapper is my favorite fish, I love how firm and flaky it is. This recipe is from a beach trip to Neptune Beach, FL and a great local Chef who shared her recipe. We tweaked it a little and added and took away, I hope you enjoy the results ! ENjoy

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min

Ingredients For red snapper with caper salsa

  • 4
    ( 6 ounce) snapper filets
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • OLIVE AND CAPER SALSA
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp
    finely chopped onion/shallot
  • 1/4 tsp
    garlic, finely minced
  • 1 Tbsp
    balsamic vinegar
  • 2 c
    tomatoes, chopped and seeded
  • 1 Tbsp
    capers
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    kalamata olives, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp
    fresh thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste

How To Make red snapper with caper salsa

  • 1
    Heat Grill to medium high Brush snapper filets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • 2
    Grill snapper until fish flakes easily. Remove from heat * careful don't overcook the fish**
  • 3
    For the Salsa : Heat the olive oil in a saute' pan. Add the onions and garlic, saute for 30 sec. Immediately add the vinegar, tomatoes, capers, olives and thyme. Simmer for 3 min. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 4
    Serve the Salsa over the snapper on a bed of white rice . Lovely and sooo darn good !
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