Halibut with Watermelon Salsa
Serves 4
Time 45 min
Rich and flaky, halibut is an ideal choice for a simple summer dinner. Here halibut is deliciously bathed in a tangy watermelon marinade then grilled and topped with watermelon salsa. Serve with grilled zucchini and potato salad for a memorable warm weather meal. Halibut steaks are particularly suited for grilling, but fillets are excellent, too.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups diced watermelon, seeds removed
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, divided
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt plus 1 pinch, divided
- 4 (6.0-ounce) halibut steaks or fillets
- 1 large green onion, finely chopped
- cayenne pepper, pinch of
- 1/8 ground black pepper plus 1 pinch, divided
Method
Using a fork, mash 1 cup of the watermelon in a wide, shallow dish until all juices are released.
Stir in 1 tablespoon of the vinegar, oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper to make a marinade.
Add halibut, turn to coat, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Prepare a grill for moderate heat cooking.
Toss together remaining 1 cup watermelon, remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar, green onions, cayenne, and remaining salt and pepper to make a salsa. Set aside.
Grill halibut until cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness.
Transfer fish to a serving platter and top with salsa. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 290 calories (80 from fat), 9g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 70mg cholesterol, 260mg sodium, 6g carbohydrates (0g dietary fiber, 5g sugar), 46g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups diced watermelon, seeds removed
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, divided
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt plus 1 pinch, divided
- 4 (6.0-ounce) halibut steaks or fillets
- 1 large green onion, finely chopped
- cayenne pepper, pinch of
- 1/8 ground black pepper plus 1 pinch, divided