Baked Rainbow Trout with Lemon Pepper and Garlic
Baked Rainbow Trout with Lemon Pepper and Garlic is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the freshness of the sea to your table. This simple recipe features tender trout fillets baked to perfection with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and a hint of pepper. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Serve alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that delights the senses.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 rainbow trout fillets (about 1 lb)
- 1 medium lemon (zested and juiced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Rinse the trout fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Place the fillets skin-side down in the dish. Drizzle olive oil over them and sprinkle generously with lemon pepper seasoning.
- Mince the garlic and sprinkle it over the trout along with lemon zest. Squeeze half of the lemon juice over everything.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider experimenting with other herbs like dill or tarragon. Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.