Grilled Swordfish with Citrus Pesto
Ingredients
- 3 cups basil
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 1 orange zested and juiced
- 1 tsp salt plus more for taste
- 1 tsp pepper plus more for taste
- 1/2 cup olive oil plus more for the swordfish
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 oz swordfish steaks 1 inch thick
Instructions
- In a food processor combine the basil, pine nuts, garlic, zests, juices, salt and pepper and chop. While the machine is running, add the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Remove the mixture from the processor and refrigerate until needed.
- For the steaks, place a grill pan on medium high heat. Rub each side of the steak with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the swordfish for 5 minutes on each side until cooked through. Transfer the swordfish onto your plate and top with the citrus pesto and extra pine nuts