Easy Swordfish For Two Recipe

Impress your date with this surprisingly delicious and easy swordfish recipe! Ready in under an hour, this simple recipe delivers big on flavor. Perfectly grilled swordfish filets marinated in a vibrant herb blend – a quick, tasty weeknight meal.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 65 mins

Calories 242.8 kcal

Protein 56g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Swordfish For Two

Mirin
Soy Sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
Garlic
Dried Basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Limes
Swordfish Fillets

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How to Make Easy Swordfish For Two

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and salt to taste. Mix well.
Add two 6-ounce swordfish filets to the marinade.
Gently toss to coat the filets evenly.
Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill swordfish for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky. (Internal temperature should reach 145°F).
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cooked swordfish before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

Fat

12g

Carbs

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Seafood European Mediterranean American Healthy Gluten Free Keto Paleo Summer Recipes Grilling & Bbq

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Weeknight Time To Make Main Ingredient Preparation For 1 Or 2 Very Low Carbs Seafood Barbecue Fish Dietary High Protein Low Carb High In Something Low In Something Equipment Grilling Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Swordfish For Two?

Easy Swordfish For Two takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Swordfish For Two?

Easy Swordfish For Two has approximately 242.8 calories per serving, with about 56 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Swordfish For Two?

The key ingredients for Easy Swordfish For Two are Mirin, Soy Sauce, Olive Oil, Garlic, Dried Basil, Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.