Description
This baked trout with lemon and dill is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring whole trout seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper, dried and fresh dill, onion powder, and fresh lemon slices. Baked to perfection at 400°F, the fish turns out succulent, aromatic, and flaky, making for a delightful and elegant meal perfect for seafood lovers who appreciate fresh herbs and citrus brightness.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 2 (1/2-pound) trout (entrails removed and cleaned)
Seasonings
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill (dill weed)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Herbs and Citrus
- 4 to 6 sprigs fresh dill
- 2 lemons (one thinly sliced with seeds removed, the other cut into wedges for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set it aside to prepare for baking.
- Prepare the Trout: Ensure the trout are fully cleaned with entrails removed and rinsed under cold water. Pat dry the fish thoroughly with paper towels. Cut each trout lengthwise so the two halves are intact to expose the body cavity for seasoning and stuffing. If you prefer, you may leave the head on after removing the gills.
- Season the Trout: Rub olive oil over the outside of each trout. Inside the cavity, season with salt, pepper, dried dill, and onion powder. Stuff the cavity with fresh dill sprigs, then layer lemon slices over the dill. Reserve 2 to 4 lemon slices to place on top of the trout. Optionally, season the outside with salt and pepper as well before topping with lemon slices.
- Bake the Trout: Place the prepared trout on the parchment-lined sheet pan and bake for 22 to 25 minutes. The fish is done when cooked through, meat is opaque, and flakes easily with a fork when tested at the thickest part.
- Serve: Serve the baked trout hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing. The skin should peel off easily, and the meat can be eaten around the bones. Discard the bones and enjoy your flavorful meal!
Notes
- This recipe is ideal for those who enjoy baked fish with fresh herbs and citrus, producing succulent and delicious results.
- The use of fresh dill and lemon enhances the flavor and aroma of the trout beautifully.
- Baking the trout whole offers an elegant presentation, perfect for special meals or entertaining.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the size of your trout, so check for doneness by fork flaking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 trout (approx. 1/2 pound)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
