This Broiled Rainbow Trout with Fresh Tomato is a light, flavorful fish dinner featuring tender rainbow trout fillets topped with fresh tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, and lime zest. With just 15 minutes of preparation and cooking time, it’s an easy seafood recipe for busy weeknights.
The combination of mild rainbow trout, bright citrus, and juicy tomatoes creates a fresh, vibrant dish without heavy sauces or complicated ingredients. Broiling cooks the fish quickly while allowing its delicate flavor to shine.
Why You’ll Love This Broiled Trout Recipe
- Quick preparation: Ready in approximately 15 minutes, including the brief marinating time.
- Fresh ingredients: Tomatoes, cilantro, lime, and olive oil provide plenty of flavor.
- Simple cooking method: Broiling requires minimal hands-on cooking.
- Naturally flavorful: Fresh herbs and citrus complement the delicate fish.
- Easy dinner: Serves four and pairs well with vegetables or rice.
How to Broil Rainbow Trout
Start by patting the rainbow trout fillets dry with paper towels. Arrange them in a lightly greased, shallow baking dish.
In a small bowl, combine finely chopped fresh cilantro, grated lime zest, fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Mix two tablespoons of the lime mixture with the chopped tomatoes and set aside. Spread the remaining mixture over the trout and let stand for 10 minutes.
Position the fish approximately four inches from the broiler and cook for about five minutes, or until the fish is opaque and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
Serve immediately with the reserved fresh tomato mixture spooned over the top.
Tips for Perfect Broiled Trout
Choose fillets of similar thickness so they cook evenly. Watch the fish closely under the broiler because thin fillets can cook very quickly.
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What to Serve with Broiled Rainbow Trout
Pair this flavorful trout with Roasted Brussels Sprouts or Grilled Asparagus for a simple seafood dinner.
This easy broiled rainbow trout recipe is a delicious way to enjoy fresh fish with bright, citrusy flavor.
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Broiled Rainbow Trout with Fresh Tomato
- Total Time: :15
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
- 1 lb rainbow trout fillets (2 medium or 4 small)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh coriander
- 1/2 tsp grated lime rind
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Pinch each salt and freshly ground pepper
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes
Instructions
- Wipe fish with paper towels; split medium fillets lengthwise. Spray shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking spray; arrange fillets in dish in single layer.
- Stir together coriander, lime rind, lime juice, oil, salt and pepper. Combine 2 tbsp of the lime mixture with chopped tomatoes; set aside. Spread remainder over fish; let stand for 10 minutes.
- Broil fish 4 inches from heat for 5 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork. Serve with reserved tomato mixture.
- Prep Time: :10
- Cook Time: :05
- Category: Entree
- Method: Broiled