Grilling can be a great way to cook fish in the summer

One of the best parts about summer is getting the grill out of storage, and here's something to remember: fish is a great alternative to burgers and dogs on the grill. But there are a few things you should know before throwing some salmon steaks on the grill. Cooking meats and fish over high heat and an open flame has been linked to the formation of a number of compounds associated with things like heart disease and diabetes, according to Healthline, but there are precautions to take, such as thawing your fish first to shorten the cooking time and not putting it directly over a flame.

Overcooking is one of the most common mistakes people make. They also have a few other helpful hints for grilling fish: Use a mild (but not overpowering) marinade, leave the skin on for texture, and move it as little as possible. Also, make sure your grill grates are clean — a little elbow grease now will pay off big time later.