Grilled Swordfish with Pineapple & Red Pepper Cilantro-Lime Salsa


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Serves 2

Ingredients:

Swordfish
  • 2 Prime Cut swordfish steaks (about 6–7 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
Pineapple Salsa
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, small chunks
  • ½ red bell pepper, small chunks
  • 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • ½ tsp lime zest
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)
  • Pinch salt

Instructions: 

1. Make the Salsa
In a bowl, combine pineapple, red pepper, onion, cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, honey, and salt. Toss well and refrigerate while preparing the fish.

2. Prepare the Swordfish

Pat steaks dry. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

3. Grill
Preheat grill to medium-high (400–425°F).
Grill swordfish 4–5 minutes per side, until just opaque and firm.

4. Serve
Top each steak generously with the pineapple salsa.

Enjoy!