Grilled Trout with Garlic Butter
Elevate your next grilling session with this tantalizing recipe for Grilled Trout with Garlic Butter. Featuring whole fresh trout seasoned simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper, this dish lets the delicate flavor of the fish shine while being enhanced by a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce infused with fresh parsley and bright lemon juice. Perfectly cooked over medium-high heat to achieve a crispy exterior and flaky interior, this elegant yet easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners or impressive weekend entertaining. Serve it with a drizzle of the buttery sauce and a side of fresh lemon slices for a zesty finishing touch that brings out the grilled trout’s natural flavors. Whether you're an outdoor cooking enthusiast or a seafood lover, this simple, flavorful recipe will become your go-to for effortless gourmet grilling!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole fish Fresh trout (cleaned and gutted)
- 8 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 whole Lemons (sliced for serving, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 375–400°F). Clean and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Rinse the trout inside and out under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Rub the outside and inside cavity of each trout with olive oil. Season evenly with salt and black pepper.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes, or until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in parsley and lemon juice.
Place the trout directly onto the prepared grill grates. Grill for 5–7 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Use a wide spatula to carefully flip the trout halfway through cooking.
Once the trout is cooked, transfer them to a serving platter. Drizzle the garlic butter sauce generously over the fish.
Serve immediately with sliced lemons on the side for an extra burst of flavor, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3315 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.6 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.4 g | 402% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1318 mg | 439% | |
| Sodium | 3313 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 312.6 g | 625% | |
| Vitamin D | 288.0 mcg | 1440% | |
| Calcium | 1020 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 7592 mg | 162% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
