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Lemon Herb Grilled Swordfish: A Quick & Delicious Seafood Delight

Discover the best swordfish recipe! This easy lemon herb grilled swordfish is perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful weeknight dinner. Get grilling!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 day 17 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Seafood
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 swordfish steaks about 6-8 oz each, 1-inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Clean and oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper. This will be your marinade.
  3. Pat the swordfish steaks dry with paper towels. Place the swordfish steaks in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the swordfish, ensuring both sides are coated. Let it marinate for at least 15-30 minutes at room temperature (or up to an hour in the refrigerator).
  4. Remove the swordfish from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
  5. Place the marinated swordfish steaks on the preheated grill. Grill for approximately 4-6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the steaks and your desired level of doneness. The fish should be opaque and flake easily with a fork when done. Avoid overcooking to maintain moisture.
  6. Once grilled to perfection, carefully remove the swordfish from the grill using a spatula. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side.