Halibut with Quick Lemon Pesto |
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Prep Time: 3 Minutes Cook Time: 8 Minutes |
Ready In: 11 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Grated lemon rind and juice lend tartness to the pesto that enhances the natural flavors of this simple grilled fish. Ingredients:
4 (6-ounce) halibut or other firm white fish fillets |
cooking spray |
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided |
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
2/3 cup firmly packed basil leaves |
1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh parmesan cheese |
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil |
2 garlic cloves, peeled |
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind |
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice |
Directions:
1. Prepare grill.
2. Place fillets on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle fish evenly with 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Cover and grill 4 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork or until desired degree of doneness.
3. While fish grills, combine 1/8 teaspoon salt, basil, and remaining 5 ingredients in a blender or food processor. Process until finely minced. Serve grilled fish over pesto.
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