Pacific Pesto Grilled Halibut
Elevate your seafood game with this vibrant Pacific Pesto Grilled Halibut recipe, a quick and healthy dish bursting with fresh flavors. Tender halibut fillets are generously coated in a homemade basil pesto made with fragrant fresh basil, toasted pine nuts, zesty lemon juice, and creamy Parmesan cheese. Grilled to perfection in just minutes, the fillets develop a lightly charred, smoky crust while staying juicy and flaky on the inside. Finished with a drizzle of fresh pesto and a squeeze of lemon, this dish is a satisfying blend of bright, herbaceous, and nutty flavors. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect recipe for a weeknight dinner or an elegant summer cookout. Pair with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a meal that’s both delicious and nutritious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Halibut fillets
- 2 cups, loosely packed Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cups Pine nuts
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 pieces (for garnish) Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Rinse the halibut fillets under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto is smooth and well combined. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Taste and adjust as needed.
Brush both sides of the halibut fillets with a thin layer of the prepared pesto, reserving some for serving. Sprinkle the fillets with the remaining salt and pepper.
Place the fillets on the grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the halibut from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with some of the reserved pesto and garnish with lemon wedges.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes. Enjoy your Pacific Pesto Grilled Halibut!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 760 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 67.2 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.5 mcg | 128% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1266 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
