Lemon Thyme Rainbow Trout
Delight your taste buds with the fresh, zesty flavors of Lemon Thyme Rainbow Trout, a quick and elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe highlights tender rainbow trout fillets infused with a vibrant marinade of lemon juice, fragrant fresh thyme, and minced garlic, all gently baked to perfection. A touch of melted butter enhances the fish's natural richness, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a final flourish of color and flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a light yet satisfying meal. Packed with wholesome ingredients and brimming with citrusy aromas, this recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers looking for simple yet sophisticated flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Rainbow trout fillets
- 1 whole (zested and juiced) Lemon
- 2 teaspoons (chopped) Fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (freshly ground) Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Pat the rainbow trout fillets dry with a paper towel to ensure even cooking and season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Place the fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overlapping.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and chopped thyme. This will be the marinade.
Brush the marinade generously over the trout fillets, ensuring an even coating. Allow them to sit for 5 minutes for the flavors to absorb.
Dot each fillet with a small amount of unsalted butter for added richness.
Bake the fillets in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque in the center.
Remove the trout from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.6 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.9 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 624 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 2846 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 196.7 g | 393% | |
| Vitamin D | 151.2 mcg | 756% | |
| Calcium | 522 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 4741 mg | 101% | |
*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.
