Chef John'S Grilled Swordfish Bruschetta Recipe

Name: Chef John'S Grilled Swordfish Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cherry tomato halves; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons thinly sliced basil; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 6 slices French bread; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 swordfish steaks; 1 teaspoon grapeseed oil

Servings: persons

1
Stir tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, basil, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Let sit until flavors blend, at least 30 minutes.
2
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Brush bread slices with olive oil.
3
Cook bread slices on the preheated grill until browned and crispy, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
4
Brush swordfish steaks with grapeseed oil and season with salt and black pepper.
5
Cook swordfish steaks on the preheated grill until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes per side.
6
Divide bread slices between two plates and top each plate with 1 swordfish steak. Spoon 1/2 of the cherry tomato mixture over each steak.

325

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup cherry tomato halves, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons thinly sliced basil, and more.

Yes, Chef John'S Grilled Swordfish Bruschetta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chef John'S Grilled Swordfish Bruschetta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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