Swordfish Nicoise

Directions

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   Sprinkle the garlic with a generous pinch of salt; finely mince and place in a large shallow bowl with the vinegar.
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   Slowly drizzle in 1/3 cup olive oil, whisking constantly to make a vinaigrette.
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   Season with pepper.
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   Cook the potatoes in boiling salted water until tender but not mushy, about 10 minutes.
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   Drain.
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   Slice the potatoes and place in a bowl.
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   Layer the green beans atop the potatoes, followed by the red pepper, onion, olives, capers, and slivered fresh basil.
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    Do not toss this salad until serving time.
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    3.
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    Preheat the broiler.
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    Meanwhile, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a bowl.
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    Add the fish; coat well.
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    Let rest 15 minutes.
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    4.
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    Place the fish on a lightly oiled broiler pan, 4 inches from the heat source, and broil for 4 minutes on the first side.
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    Turn carefully and broil 4 minutes on the other side.
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    Remove to the center of a platter.
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    5.
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    Gently toss the salad from underneath and surround the swordfish.
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    Sprinkle the chopped egg on top.
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    Grind some pepper over all and garnish with chopped parsley.