Grilled Swordfish
with mango salsa and orzo

Name: Grilled Swordfish
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 Jalapenos, diced; 2 Persian cucumbers, diced ((Sub 1 normal or English cucumber)); 1 Mango, diced; 1 Red pepper, diced; 1 sprig Basil, chiffonade; 2 Limes, juice of 1 lime, wedges of another; 2 tsp Honey; 1 lb Swordfish steaks, rinsed and dried ((Sub tilapia, mahi-mahi, or even salmon)); for brushing Cooking oil; 1 1/3 cups Orzo, uncooked

Active: 35 min Total: 35 min

Original

This bright salsa is the perfect pairing to meaty swordfish, but feel free to substitute with another fish. Our veggie version goes a little Caribbean as a black bean & salsa lettuce wrap.
Smarts: These summer salsas are good for so many things. Enjoy on proteins or as taco salsas.

Dependency

Balsamic Chicken Kebabs

Proteins

Fish, non-canned

Cuisines

Caribbean

Ingredients

Metric

Servings:

Grilled Swordfish with Mango Salsa:

Jalapenos - 1 , diced
Persian cucumbers - 2 , diced ((Sub 1 normal or English cucumber))
Mango - 1 , diced
Red pepper - 1 , diced
Basil - 1 sprig , chiffonade
Limes - 2 , juice of 1 lime, wedges of another
Honey - 2 tsp
Swordfish steaks - 1 lb , rinsed and dried ((Sub tilapia, mahi-mahi, or even salmon))
Cooking oil - for brushing

Orzo (or Zucchini Pasta) - 2 meals:

Orzo - 1 1/3 cups , uncooked

Prep

Jalapenos / Cucumbers / Mango / Red pepper / Basil - Prep as directed. (Can be done up to 3 days ahead)
Make salsa - Mix together jalapenos, cucumbers, mango, red pepper, and basil. Toss with lime juice, honey, and some salt. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. (Can be done up to 3 days ahead)
Swordfish - Defrost, rinse, and pat dry. Brush with some oil and sprinkle with some salt and pepper.

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Make

Bring a saucepan of water to boil. Salt generously and add pasta (this makes enough for tomorrow’s dinner). Cook until al dente, tender but not soggy. Drain and reserve half for tomorrow’s dinner.
If making swordfish on grill: Preheat grill to 500F (260C) degrees, keeping one part on higher heat and another part on lower heat. Clean grates and add swordfish pieces to higher heat part. Sear on both sides for 2 to 3 minutes (keeping cover closed). Move to lower heat and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes with cover closed.
If making swordfish on stovetop: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add swordfish to hot pan and sear for 3 to 5 minutes on each side. Remove from pan and cover with foil until ready to serve.
Top swordfish with salsa and enjoy with lime wedges and orzo (remember to save half the orzo for tomorrow).

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