Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Verde
Thick-cut swordfish steaks grilled and topped with bright Italian salsa verde. A summery seafood dinner.
Thick-cut swordfish steaks grilled and topped with bright Italian salsa verde. A summery seafood dinner.
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Make salsa verde: finely chop parsley, capers, anchovies, and garlic. Combine in a bowl with red wine vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Pat swordfish steaks dry. Brush with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
Heat grill or grill pan to high heat. Grill swordfish 4-5 minutes per side until firm and opaque with nice char marks.
Rest the fish 2 minutes, then spoon generous salsa verde over each steak.
Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
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Fish is an exceptionally lean protein source rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which play a role in reducing exercise-induced inflammation and supporting recovery. It digests quickly, making it an excellent choice around workouts. Each serving of Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Verde delivers 36g of protein at 380 calories โ that's 11 calories per gram of protein, making it one of the more efficient protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 38% of total calories in this dish. With only 2g of carbohydrates per serving, this recipe fits well into low-carb, ketogenic, or carb-cycling approaches. The 26g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, contributing to satiety and supporting fat-soluble vitamin absorption.
Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Verde is a quick recipe that scales well for meal prep. This recipe makes 4 servings, each delivering 36g of protein and 380 calories โ ideal for tracking macros across the week. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave in 90-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through. Adding a small splash of water or broth prevents the protein from drying out during reheating. Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Verde also freezes well โ portion into individual freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Batch cooking a double or triple portion on the weekend means you have 36g-protein meals ready throughout the week with zero daily effort.
Season and dry-brine the steak in the fridge (uncovered on a rack) up to 24 hours ahead for better crust. Sear and rest just before serving โ steak reheats poorly.
Yes โ any firm-fleshed fish works. For flaky white fish recipes, try cod, halibut, or mahi-mahi. For salmon recipes, try arctic char or steelhead trout.
Absolutely. A cast-iron skillet or grill pan on the stovetop over high heat gives excellent results. You can also use the broiler setting in your oven โ place food 10-15cm from the element.
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