Grilled Swordfish and Summer Vegetables with Basil

Name: Grilled Swordfish and Summer Vegetables with Basil Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup basil leaves; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 small garlic clove; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 yellow bell pepper; One 1 1/4-pound eggplant, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices; 1 medium zucchini, cut on the bias 1/4-inch thick; Four 6-ounce swordfish fillets

Servings: persons

1
Light a grill.
2
In a blender, combine the basil with the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic and 1/4 cup of the olive oil and puree until smooth.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Grill the bell pepper, turning frequently, until charred all over, about 8 minutes.
5
Transfer to a plate and let cool.
6
Discard the skin and seeds and slice the pepper 1 1/2 inch thick.
7
Brush the eggplant and zucchini with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
8
Grill over moderately high heat, turning once, until lightly charred and tender, about 4 minutes.
9
Transfer to a platter and keep warm.
10
Brush the swordfish with oil, season with salt and pepper and grill, turning once, until just cooked through, about 6 minutes.
11
Transfer to the platter, drizzle with the vinaigrette and serve, passing any remaining vinaigrette at the table.

176

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* 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: 1/2 cup basil leaves, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 1 small garlic clove, and more.

Yes, Grilled Swordfish and Summer Vegetables with Basil Vinaigrette 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.

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Grilled Swordfish and Summer Vegetables with Basil Vinaigrette

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