Description

This Steelhead Trout with Lemon Herb Butter is a delightful dish that’s easy to prepare yet elegant enough for any occasion. The trout is baked to perfection, offering tender, flaky meat with a slightly sweet flavor, while the lemon herb butter adds a tangy and aromatic touch. It’s a wholesome and nutrient-rich recipe sure to impress.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Trout:

1.5 lbs steelhead trout fillet, skin on
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 lemon, sliced into rounds

For the Lemon Herb Butter:

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare the Trout
Pat the trout fillet dry with paper towels and place it skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle olive oil over the fillet, then sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the seasoning gently to coat evenly. Lay the lemon slices on top.
Bake the Trout
Bake in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the trout flakes easily with a fork.
Make the Lemon Herb Butter
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.
Serve
Once the trout is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 2–3 minutes. Spread or dollop the lemon herb butter over the hot trout, allowing it to melt. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Notes

Serving Suggestions: Pair this dish with roasted vegetables, steamed asparagus, or a light quinoa salad.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Substitutions: If you can’t find steelhead trout, this recipe also works wonderfully with salmon.
Optional Add-ins: For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle capers over the trout before baking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Lucnh
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 6 oz)
Calories: 310 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 410 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 85 mg

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