Whole Roasted Trout with Lemon and Thyme

Name: Whole Roasted Trout with Lemon and Thyme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 pieces Whole trout (approx. 300-400g/piece), cleaned; 1 piece Lemon; 4 sprigs Fresh thyme; 2 cloves Garlic, thinly sliced; 30 ml Extra virgin olive oil; null to taste Salt; null to taste Freshly ground black pepper

Difficulty

easy

Time

40m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

This whole roasted trout with lemon and thyme recipe is the perfect blend of freshness and simplicity. The whole baked fish remains incredibly tender and juicy, while the aromas of lemon and thyme wonderfully infuse it. It's an ideal choice for a quick yet elegant dinner that is guaranteed to impress guests or brighten up your weekdays. Prepare it and enjoy the light, flavorful world of seafood!

ingredients

2 Servings

2 pieces Whole trout (approx. 300-400g/piece), cleaned1 piece Lemon4 sprigs Fresh thyme2 cloves Garlic, thinly sliced30 ml Extra virgin olive oil0 to taste Salt0 to taste Freshly ground black pepper

Steps

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C for convection ovens). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Rinse the trout under cold water, then thoroughly pat them dry inside and out with paper towels.

Seasoning

Slice some lemon into thin rounds, and cut the remaining lemon into wedges. Season both sides and the cavity of each trout generously with salt and pepper. Stuff the fish cavities with 2-3 lemon slices, 2 sprigs of thyme, and the sliced garlic.

Baking

Place the stuffed trout on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle them generously with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the skin is golden brown and crispy. Baking time may vary depending on the size of the fish.

Serving

Remove the trout from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges and your preferred side dish, such as steamed vegetables or potatoes.

Extra Tips

► Thoroughly pat dry the fish with paper towels before baking to ensure a crispier skin.

► Experiment with other herbs like rosemary or parsley instead of thyme for a different flavor profile.

► Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice before serving for an even more intense flavor.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 300 g
Calories	180 kcal	540 kcal
Protein	20 g	60 g
Fat	10 g	30 g
Carbohydrate	1 g	3 g
Fiber	0 g	0 g
Sugar	0 g	0 g