Lemon-Herb Baked Trout Recipe

I have enjoyed this recipe for lemon-herb baked trout for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I loved picking the flesh from the little bones. As an adult, I’m obsessed with how the buttery fish is complemented by fresh herbs and loads of lemon. Some things just never get old, am I right?

If you’re looking for a quick and healthy meal that’s easy on the eyes, look no further. This recipe takes about 30 minutes to whip up, making it the perfect candidate for everything from busy weeknight dinners to fancy dinner parties.

How to Debone Trout

If you’re not a fan of bones, here’s a step-by-step on how to debone the trout.

• Using a really sharp knife, slice alongside both sides of the spine (typically a reddish-pink color).
• Using kitchen scissors, slice the spine free from the neck and pull it free from the flesh.
• Finally, slice underneath the stomach bones on both sides of the fish. Carefully tear them free from the flesh. Ladies and gentlemen, you have deboned trout!

How to Make This Baked Trout Recipe

Making this baked trout requires just a handful of simple ingredients and steps. Below, find a quick hitter overview of the recipe before diving in.

• Slice the Lemons: Using a sharp knife, slice the lemons into thin circles.
• Debone the Fish: If you don’t want to deal with bones, now’s the time to debone the fish. If you want to keep them in, move on to the next step.
• Salt the Fish: Generously salt the fish on the inside and outside.
• Stuff the Fish: Assemble the trout on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Next, stuff the inside of the fish with sliced lemon and herbs, followed by a couple of cracks of black pepper.
• Bake the Trout: Drizzle the trout with olive oil and top them with another layer of lemon slices. Next, place the fish in the oven on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or heavy-duty aluminum foil. Bake it at 350°F for 15 minutes. Next, turn the oven to a high broil and cook the fish for an additional 2 minutes. Serve hot or chilled and enjoy!

Tips & Tricks

Below, find a couple of tips and tricks to help you nail this baked trout recipe.

• Stuff the fish with fresh herbs versus dried. Nothing compares to the flavor that fresh herbs give to this baked trout. It also makes for such a prettier presentation if you’re hosting.
• Pat the fish dry of any moisture before baking. To yield the crispiest skin possible, make sure to pat down the fish with a paper towel and remove as much moisture as possible.
• Finish the fish under a low-broil for crispy skin. If you’re obsessed with crispy fish skin, don’t skip putting the trout under a high-broil for a couple of minutes at the end of cooking.
• Spread the inside of the fish with garlic butter. If you’re a garlic fanatic, spread the inside with a smear of garlic butter.

What to Serve With Trout

Oven-baked trout can be served for everything from a quick lunch to a fancy dinner party. It pairs well with creamy mashed potatoes or scalloped potatoes, and cheesy zucchini breadsticks. It’s also wonderful chilled and spread across buttered sourdough bread.

Storing Leftovers

Whether you want to bake a couple of trouts to have for the next week or you want to stow some away in the freezer for a rainy day, find some top storage tips below.

• Refrigerator: If you plan to eat your trout within 3-4 days, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will not only keep the trout from drying out, it will also keep a fishy smell from lingering in your fridge.
• Freezer: If you want to keep baked trout on hand for a month, pop it in a freezer-safe bag. To thaw, place the fish in the fridge overnight.

FAQ

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Recipe

Lemon-Herb Baked Trout Recipe

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Servings

6 Servings

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

This oven-baked trout recipe is the perfect balance of citrus, herbs, and buttery white fish. Perfect for everything from quick dinners to hosting!

Ingredients

• 2 whole trout
• 1 tbsp salt adjust to taste
• 1/2 tbsp ground black pepper
• 2 lemons
• 1/3 bn parsley
• 1/3 bn dill
• 1 tbsp light olive oil

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Instructions

• Gather all the ingredients for the recipe. Slice lemon into thin rings.
  
• At this point, decide if you'd like to cook the trout with our without the bone (this is all based on your preference). Next, generously season the fish inside and out with salt.
  
• Place the fish on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Stuff the inside of the fish with a layer of thin lemon slices and a layer of herbs. Next, sprinkle on some freshly ground pepper.
  
• Lightly drizzle olive oil over the top of the fish, followed by another layer of lemon slices. Bake fish in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15 minutes. Next, turn the oven to a high-broil and cook the fish until it lightly browns (about 2 minutes).
  
• Serve the fish hot or chill it in the fridge and serve it cold. Enjoy!
  

Nutrition Facts

Lemon-Herb Baked Trout Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 233 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 2g10%

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Cholesterol 160mg53%

Sodium 1276mg53%

Potassium 718mg21%

Carbohydrates 4g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 33g66%

Vitamin A 194IU4%

Vitamin C 19mg23%

Calcium 46mg5%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.