Citrus Gremolata

Published May 4, 2011, updated February 11, 2025

PREP 5 minutes

Citrus Gremolata! This incredibly simple and flavorful topping made with citrus zest and fresh herbs enhances dishes from meat to seafood and beyond.

Remember a while back when I mentioned that my taste buds tend to trend with the season? Well, today’s recipe is a perfect example of that. Bright, citrusy flavors, fresh fish, light flavorful slaw… can we say sunshine on a plate?

Unlike yesterday’s dinner {which was worth every single semi-fussy step & dirty dish}, Tuna with Citrus Gremolata sounds kinda fancy but is really pretty simple.

The ingredients are simple & cheap and most of the directions are along the lines of “chop & toss into a bowl”. {Who doesn’t love that?}

You will need that zester again, but if you don’t already have one, I urge you to go out and buy one anyway because it’s quickly making it’s way onto my list of favorite kitchen tools.{Watch your back, citrus press!}

The Rainbow Kale slaw that I served alongside the fish is just another way for me to incorporate some of the less “go-to” veggies that should get more recognition.

Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot more about kale’s nutritional fabulousness, and I’m excited about that because it makes it easier to find more creative recipes that incorporate it. 

(As a side note, the original recipe from Whole Foods includes a red bell pepper, which I omitted because I nearly passed out when I saw the ‘$4.99 for 1’ price tag at the grocery store. I think my rainbow will just have to lack in the red department for today, thankyouverymuch. However, if you’re willing to shell out some extra dough {or find a yummy looking bell pepper at your local farmer’s market that won’t break the bank}, then by all means go for it.)

Ok, enough of the chatter. Here’s the good stuff!

Citrus Gremolata

Citrus Gremolata! This incredibly simple and flavorful topping made with citrus zest and fresh herbs enhances dishes from meat to seafood and beyond.
Course condiment
Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings 6
Author Dianna Muscari

Ingredients  

  • 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley minced
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 1 orange zested
  • 2 large cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper juiced

Instructions 

  • Combine the minced parsley, lemon zest and orange zest in a small bowl.
  • Stir in the minced garlic. Season with sea salt and pepper.
  • Stir together to combine.

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