Seared Citrus-Marinated Swordfish Steaks

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

Firm swordfish steaks marinated in a vibrant citrus and herb blend, then seared to golden perfection for a bright summer seafood main. This Mediterranean-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs swordfish steaks, orange juice, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces, about 6 oz each swordfish steaks
• 1/4 cup, fresh orange juice
• 1/4 cup, fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp, fresh lime juice
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme leaves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp, optional red chili flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a glass dish, combine 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Whisk in 2 tbsp olive oil.
2. Step 2: Add 4 swordfish steaks (6 oz each) to the marinade, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to infuse bright citrus flavors.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Remove swordfish from marinade, letting excess drip off, and sear each steak for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through.
4. Step 4: Transfer to plates and spoon reserved marinade warmed slightly over the top if desired, serving immediately for a fresh summer seafood entree.