Baked Trout

Name: Baked Trout
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Trout 2 whole 1.3 lbs; Salted capers 4 tsp; Black olives pitted 2.8 oz; Thyme 3 sprigs; Garlic 2 cloves; Cherry tomatoes 1 ¼ cup; Water 1 tbsp; Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp; Fine salt to taste; Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp

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175

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 175
Carbohydrates g 2.1
of which sugars g 2.1
Protein g 13.2
Fats g 12.7
of which saturated fat g 2.05
Fiber g 1.3
Cholesterol mg 45
Sodium mg 417

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

And Baked trout is really, really good. It's a delicious example of Italian Mediterranean cooking, featuring tender fish paired with bright, zesty flavors. In places like Liguria and around the Italian lakes, folks often go for baked trout as a second course. It’s pretty simple, yet full of character. Baking it with cherry tomatoes, briny olives, capers, and a hint of fresh thyme gives you a dish that’s not just moist but super aromatic. The goal? Keep it simple so the fish stays delicate and its natural taste really shines through. That’s why so many love this baked trout recipe—it's easy to make and fits perfectly with the Italian way of letting quality ingredients speak for themselves.

In Italy, there are tons of trout recipes, but oven-baked trout is special for those wanting something light and healthy. And here’s the thing: It’s not just any easy baked trout—it’s a dish that lets you get creative with seasonal ingredients or whatever you have on hand. Throw in some lemon slices or a sprinkle of garlic, and you've got the makings of a lemon herb trout or even a garlic butter trout, Italian style. It's fresh and doesn’t weigh you down. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Some regions even jazz it up by serving baked trout fillet with a splash of orange juice or tossing it into pasta for a twist. And look, no matter how you prepare it, this healthy baked trout keeps it simple but always brings bold Mediterranean flavors.

It’s the sort of dish that might make you rethink trout, encouraging you to make it again, especially when you realize how quick and easy it really is. Whether as a main or part of a larger meal, baked trout proves the beautiful simplicity and taste of Italian cuisine. Really, it’s something special. For sure.

INGREDIENTS

175

Calories per serving

Trout 1.3 lbs (600 g) - 2 whole

Salted capers 4 tsp (20 g)

Black olives 2.8 oz (80 g) - pitted

Thyme 3 sprigs

Garlic 2 cloves

Cherry tomatoes 1 ¼ cup (180 g)

Water 1 tbsp (15 g)

Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp (20 g)

Fine salt to taste

For greasing the baking dish: Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp (20 g)

Preparation

How to prepare Baked Trout

To prepare baked trout, first, gut the fish if necessary, then remove the fins 1 and slice the flesh parallel to the work surface to obtain fillets 2. For more information on cleaning fish, you can consult our cooking school on how to clean salmon trout. Once you have obtained 4 fillets, remove the bones with kitchen tweezers 3.

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and leave them whole 4, then rinse the capers to remove excess salt. Grease a baking dish with oil 5 and place the trout fillets inside, salt and pepper to taste, then add the whole garlic cloves, whole cherry tomatoes 6,

pitted olives 7, desalted capers 8, room temperature water 9,

oil 10, and thyme sprigs 11. Bake in a preheated static oven at 350°F for 15 minutes, turning on the grill for the last 3-4 minutes. Your baked trout is ready to be served 12!

Storage

You can store the baked trout in the refrigerator for one day in an airtight container. If necessary, it can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Tip

If you wish to accompany your baked trout with some slices of bread, you can add tomato sauce to the baking dish to create a delicious Mediterranean dipping sauce, perfect for mopping up! Alternatively, adding potato wedges will be a tasty variation. To make this dish even more aromatic, just grate some lemon zest to taste.

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Baked Trout

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How to prepare Baked Trout

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