Recipes

Grilled Trout with Citrus Herb Butter

January 03, 2025 / freshwater / nevada / new mexico / trout

This light and flavorful grilled trout recipe celebrates the clean, fresh flavors of the Mountain West.

This light and flavorful grilled trout recipe celebrates the clean, fresh flavors of the Mountain West. With zesty citrus and garden-fresh herbs, it's a dish perfect for showcasing the culinary traditions of Nevada and New Mexico.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 trout fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (garden or locally grown)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (garden or locally grown)
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
  2. Season the trout fillets with salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Grill the fillets skin-side down for 5-7 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  4. In a small saucepan, melt butter with parsley, dill, and lemon slices. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Drizzle the citrus herb butter over the grilled trout before serving.

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