Swordfish with Olive Pine Nut and Parsley Relish
Elevate your seafood game with this vibrant recipe for Swordfish with Olive, Pine Nut, and Parsley Relish. Perfectly pan-seared swordfish steaks are golden on the outside and tender on the inside, delivering a rich, meaty flavor that pairs beautifully with the bright, Mediterranean-inspired relish. This zesty topping combines the briny tang of Castelvetrano olives, the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts, and the fresh herbaceousness of chopped parsley, all brought to life with a splash of lemon juice and fragrant garlic. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is an elegant and quick option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Swordfish steaks
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Pitted green olives (such as Castelvetrano), chopped
- 0.25 cup Toasted pine nuts
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
Instructions
Season the swordfish steaks on both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the swordfish steaks into the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the outside is golden brown and the fish is just cooked through (internal temperature should read 145°F). Remove from the skillet and let rest on a plate.
While the swordfish rests, prepare the relish. In a small mixing bowl, combine the chopped green olives, toasted pine nuts, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the relish mixture and stir to combine thoroughly. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper if desired.
To serve, spoon the olive, pine nut, and parsley relish generously over the seared swordfish steaks. Garnish with additional parsley or a lemon wedge if desired.
Serve immediately with a side of your choice such as roasted vegetables or a light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1805 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.7 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 476 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 2890 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 171.2 g | 342% | |
| Vitamin D | 136.1 mcg | 680% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 3872 mg | 82% | |
*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.
