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Garlicky Cilantro Lime Swordfish Kebabs

Swordfish is made for the grill -- it's meaty, tender and satisfying.  With a simple bright marinade, it's a delicious, quick meal any night of the week.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 467 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

FOR GARLICKY CILANTRO LIME MARINADE
  • 1 lime zested
  • ½ cup cilantro chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2-1 Jalapeno pepper use half a pepper for milder flavor or the whole thing if you like spice, minced
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 ½ - 2 pounds swordfish about 1 - 1 1/2" inches thick
Special Equipment:
  • wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

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  1. If using wooden skewers, cover with water and let soak for about an hour to prevent them from burning when you put them on the grill. If using metal skewers, skip to the next step.
MAKE THE GARLICKY CILANTRO LIME MARINADE:
  1. In a small bowl combine lime zest, garlic, cilantro, jalapeño, black pepper, salt and olive oil. Stir to combine. Set aside.
PREPARE THE SWORDFISH:
  1. With a sharp knife, trim the skin from the swordfish. If your fish has a dark bloodline, trim it away and discard. Cut swordfish into large cubes and place them in a bowl. Add the remainder of the marinade to the fish and toss to coat. Let marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
MAKE GRILLED WHITE FISH:
  1. Heat your grill to a medium high temperature between 375-400 degrees.
  2. Thread the swordfish onto skewers and leave about 1/4" in between the pieces of fish so they can evenly cook. Grill the fish for 3-4 minutes on one side or until they begin to get grill marks, then turn the kebabs and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Watch for hot spots and flare ups.
  3. Remove from grill. Allow the fish to rest for 1-2 minutes then serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 467kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 52g (104%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 175mg (58%) Sodium 409mg (17%) Potassium 1130mg (32%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 420IU (8%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 20mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 467

% Daily Value*

Calories 467kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 52g 104%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 175mg 58%
Sodium 409mg 17%
Potassium 1130mg 24%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 420IU 8%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.