Air Fryer Swordfish
Air Fryer Swordfish is made with 2 swordfish steaks, olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder; air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes to serve 2. 300 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Pat swordfish dry. Brush with olive oil. Season with oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until fish is opaque throughout and reaches 145°F.
- 3
While fish cooks, toss cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, and basil with a drizzle of olive oil.
- 4
Top swordfish with the Mediterranean relish.
- 5
Finish with a squeeze of lemon and serve.
Tip: Swordfish is one of the meatiest, most forgiving fish to cook — it won't fall apart like more delicate fillets. It's best medium (140-145°F); overcooked swordfish gets dry. The Mediterranean relish adds brightness and acidity.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 10 minutes vs ~15 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🌊Gentle, even heat cooks fish through without drying it out — no flipping required.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Swordfish at 400°F for 10 minutes. Swordfish is one of the meatiest, most forgiving fish to cook — it won't fall apart like more delicate fillets. It's best medium (140-145°F); overcooked swordfish gets dry. The Mediterranean relish adds brightness and acidity.
You need: 2 swordfish steaks (8 oz each, 1-inch thick), 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, Salt and pepper, Cherry tomatoes, halved, Kalamata olives, sliced, 2 tbsp capers, Fresh basil, Lemon wedges, Extra virgin olive oil. This recipe serves 2 with 300 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Swordfish takes 10 minutes total at 400°F. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and serve.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 2 and takes just 10 minutes at 400°F.
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