Grilled Swordfish with Lemon Herb Sauce
A quick and delicious grilled swordfish recipe with a burst of flavor from a zesty lemon herb sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the swordfish
- 2 steaks swordfish steaks (about 6 ounces each) Opt for fresh swordfish if possible.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For brushing the steaks.
- to taste Salt and pepper Generously season the swordfish.
For the lemon herb sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 lemon juice and zest
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional, for a little kick.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by brushing the swordfish steaks with olive oil on both sides. Season them generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped parsley, basil, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, and red pepper flakes, if using. Mix it all together and set it aside.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan until it's nice and hot.
Grilling
- Once your grill is sizzling, place the swordfish steaks on it. Grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Plate the grilled swordfish and spoon the lemon herb sauce over the top.
Notes
For added flavor, let the swordfish marinate in olive oil and lemon juice for 15-30 minutes before grilling. This dish pairs beautifully with roasted veggies or a crisp green salad.