Citrusy Walnut Crusted Rainbow Trout

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Citrusy Walnut Crusted Rainbow Trout recipe, a stunning blend of vibrant flavors and crunchy textures. Tender, flaky trout fillets are topped with a golden crust made from toasted walnuts, panko breadcrumbs, and a zesty medley of orange and lemon peel. A touch of honey and fresh lemon juice adds the perfect hint of sweetness to balance the citrus notes. This 30-minute recipe is oven-baked for a healthier, no-fuss preparation, making it ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Serve alongside a crisp salad or steamed vegetables for a wholesome, gourmet meal that’s rich in omega-3s and bursting with flavor. Perfect for fans of easy seafood recipes that don’t skimp on sophistication.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Rainbow trout fillets
• 1 cup Walnuts
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 as needed Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly coat with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until they form small, coarse crumbs. Be careful not to over-process into a paste.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, panko breadcrumbs, orange zest, lemon zest, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, honey, and fresh lemon juice to create a glaze.

Step 5

Pat the rainbow trout fillets dry with a paper towel and lay them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Brush the glaze over the top of each fillet, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 7

Press the walnut breadcrumb mixture onto the top of each fillet, firmly but gently, to create a crust.

Step 8

Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the crusted fillets to help them crisp up during cooking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the trout is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The crust should be golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve the Citrusy Walnut Crusted Rainbow Trout with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1206.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2484.2

Total Fat 155.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 60.6g
Cholesterol 561.9mg	0%
Sodium 1835.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 218.0g	0%

Vitamin D 6047.6IU	0%
Calcium 645.4mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 5265.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 34.8%

Carbs: 9.5%