Swordfish with Citrus Pesto
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pound fresh swordfish cut into serving size pieces
- 1 bunch fresh basil stemmed (about 3 cups)
- ½ cup pine nuts toasted
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 lemon zested & juiced
- 1 orange zested & juiced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp fresh ground black pepper
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for fish)
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- Blend the basil, pine nuts, garlic, zests, juices, salt, and pepper in a food processor until the mixture is finely chopped. With the machine running, gradually add the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the parmesan.
- Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a grill. Brush both sides of the fish with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill fish for about 3-4 minutes per side for a 1-inch thick fillet.
- Transfer to plate & top with citrus pesto blend.