Description
Chili Lime Baked Trout is a vibrant, flavorful dish that transforms ordinary baked fish into an extraordinary culinary experience. This easy recipe combines the zesty brightness of lime with the heat of chili powder, resulting in a succulent steelhead trout that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this meal is both nutritious and visually appealing, making it a standout on any dinner table. In just under 30 minutes, you can prepare a healthy, satisfying meal that impresses friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ pounds steelhead trout
- 1 lime (zested + 1 teaspoon juice)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the lime zest, lime juice, honey, olive oil, chili powder, and kosher salt until well combined.
- Place the steelhead trout on the prepared baking sheet and generously brush the chili lime mixture over the top.
- Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until the trout flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lime wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg