Grilled Swordfish with Pesto Recipe

Name: Grilled Swordfish with Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons minced gingerroot; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons minced thyme; Salt and pepper; 4 swordfish steaks, (about 6 ounces each and 1-inch thick); 1/3 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1/3 cup pine nuts; Salt and freshly grated black pepper; 2 cups coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons minced gingerroot
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons minced thyme
Salt and pepper
4 swordfish steaks, (about 6 ounces each and 1-inch thick)
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup pine nuts
Salt and freshly grated black pepper
2 cups coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves

1
In a bowl combine the gingerroot, garlic, lime juice, oil, thyme, salt and pepper.
2
Arrange the swordfish steaks in a shallow glass baking dish and spoon the marinade over them.
3
Let the fish marinate, covered and chilled, turning once, for an hour.
4
Meanwhile, make the pesto.
5
In a food processor combine all the ingredients and transfer to a bowl.
6
Place swordfish steaks on your grill.
7
Cook the steaks 4 inches above the coals for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until firm to the touch.
8
Alternatively, broil them under a preheated broiler 4 inches from the heat for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
9
Serve with pesto.

744

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons minced gingerroot, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Grilled Swordfish with Pesto 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.

Grilled Swordfish with Pesto

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