Halibut With Watermelon Salsa

Name: Halibut With Watermelon Salsa
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cup diced watermelon, seeded; 2 tablespoon white-wine raspberry vinegar or plain raspberry vinegar; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; salt and pepper, to taste; four 6-ounce halibut steaks; 1 large scallion, chopped finely; pinch of cayenne (optional)

Whole Foods Market|July 31, 2013 4:05 pm EST

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Light and flaky, halibut is an ideal choice for a simple summer dinner. Here, halibut steaks are marinated in a watermelon-raspberry vinaigrette, quickly grilled, and then topped with refreshingly tart watermelon salsa. Don't be fooled: This fresh and exciting entrée is ready to serve in minutes.

Prep Time

2

hours

Cook Time

30

minutes

Servings

4

Total time: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Ingredients

2 cup diced watermelon, seeded
2 tablespoon white-wine raspberry vinegar or plain raspberry vinegar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste
four 6-ounce halibut steaks
1 large scallion, chopped finely
pinch of cayenne (optional)

Directions

Using a fork, mash 1 cup of the watermelon in a wide, shallow dish until all of the juices are released. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the vinegar and oil, and season with salt and pepper, to taste, to make a marinade. Add the halibut, turn to coat, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
In a bowl, toss together the remaining watermelon, remaining vinegar, scallion, and cayenne. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, to make a salsa. Set aside.
Preheat a gas grill or cast-iron grill pan on moderate heat.
Grill the halibut until cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness. Transfer the fish to a serving platter and top with the salsa. Serve immediately.