Lemon Pepper Grilled Quail

Lemon pepper grilled quail with charred seasoning

RECIPE #17

Bright lemon and cracked black pepper over a hot grill — one of the simplest and best ways to cook quail.

ā± Prep: 1 hr (marinate) šŸ”„ Cook: 10 min šŸ½ Serves: 4 šŸ’Ŗ 300 cal

Ingredients

  • 4 quail
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Marinate the quail in the lemon, oil, salt, and pepper for 1 hour.
  2. Grill over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

300

Calories

25g

Protein

18g

Fat


Tips & Variations

Serving Tip: Serve with grilled asparagus.

Alternate Method: Roast in the oven at 400°F for 20 minutes.

Pro Tip: Crack the pepper fresh — pre-ground loses the punch this recipe is built on.

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