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Easy Baked Swordfish with Lemon, Garlic, and Green Onions Recipe

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This Easy Baked Swordfish recipe features a quick and simple method to prepare tender, flavorful swordfish steak infused with lemon, garlic, and fresh green onions. Marinated briefly and baked to perfection, it’s an ideal healthy seafood dish ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 swordfish steak (about 1/2 pound)
  • 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder, divided
  • 2 large lemons, divided
  • Sea salt to taste
  • 2 to 4 green onions (scallions), chopped
  • 2 to 4 Tbsp. white wine
  • Extra lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190.6 degrees C) to prepare for baking the swordfish.
  2. Prepare Baking Dish: Use a deep baking dish just large enough to hold the swordfish steak. A 2.5 quart (2.3 L) dish works well for this recipe.
  3. Create Marinade Base: Drizzle 1 1/2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil on the bottom of the baking dish. Squeeze the juice of one whole lemon over the oil, then sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder evenly on top.
  4. Place Swordfish: Lay the swordfish steak on top of the olive oil and lemon mixture in the baking dish.
  5. Add Toppings: Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the swordfish steak. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder evenly on top, then squeeze the juice of the second lemon over the fish.
  6. Season and Scatter: Sprinkle sea salt on the swordfish to taste. Scatter the chopped green onions on and around the fish, then drizzle the white wine evenly over everything.
  7. Marinate: Let the swordfish marinate in the dish for about 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  8. Bake: Bake the swordfish uncovered in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the fish turns white, is fully cooked, and flakes tenderly with a fork.
  9. Serve: Transfer the swordfish to a serving plate and pour the remaining lemon sauce from the baking dish over the top. Garnish with lemon slices if desired and serve immediately.
  10. Enjoy: This recipe serves 1 and makes a healthy, delicious seafood entrée perfect for a quick meal.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the swordfish to avoid dryness; check for flaking tenderness with a fork.
  • Use fresh lemons for the best bright citrus flavor in the marinade and sauce.
  • Adjust the amount of white wine according to preference or substitute with a light broth if desired.
  • Chopped green onions add freshness; you can substitute with chives or parsley if needed.
  • Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the swordfish steak.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat