- 2 small whole fish, such as trout, snapper, black sea bass, or branzino, cleaned, with head still on
- olive oil
- kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 1 lemon, sliced
- sprigs of fresh thyme
- sprigs of fresh sage
- Heat the grill to medium-high.
- Score the exterior of the fish, then season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the inside of the fish with lemon, salt, and sprigs of herbs.
- Place the whole fish inside a locking grill basket. Grill the fish over direct heat for 7-9 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Squeeze fresh lemon over the fish before serving.