Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Verde

Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Verde is a light and flavorful summer dish that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The swordfish is grilled to perfection, then topped with a vibrant salsa verde made with fresh herbs, capers, and red onion. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual weekend gathering.

Swordfish is a versatile fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Grilling is one of the best methods for cooking swordfish, as it produces a perfectly cooked fish with a slightly smoky flavor. The salsa verde is a classic Italian sauce that is made with fresh herbs, capers, and red onion. It is a bright and flavorful sauce that complements the grilled swordfish perfectly. This dish is inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean, and it is sure to please everyone at your table.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 pound swordfish steak
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped capers
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Brush the swordfish steak with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Grill the swordfish steak for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
4. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, oregano, basil, capers, and red onion.
5. Pour the salsa verde over the grilled swordfish steak and serve immediately.

Why It Works

• Grilling the swordfish over high heat creates a slightly smoky flavor that complements the fresh herbs and capers in the salsa verde.
• The salsa verde is made with a combination of fresh herbs, capers, and red onion, which creates a bright and flavorful sauce that complements the grilled swordfish perfectly.
• This dish is a great way to use up fresh herbs from your garden or local farmers market.