Trout Recipe

Grilled Trout with
Lemon and Herbs

Whole trout grilled to perfection with fresh thyme, rosemary, parsley, and lemon slices stuffed in the cavity. The skin crisps beautifully on the grill while the flesh stays tender and flaky, infused with bright herb flavors.

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
12–16 min
Total Time
26 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Whole grilled trout with crispy golden skin, stuffed with fresh herbs and lemon slices — easy grilled trout recipe

Instructions

  1. 1
    Prepare the grill

    Prepare the grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 2
    Clean and prep the trout

    Clean the trout and do not remove the head or tail, leave the skin intact. Rinse it with cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.

  3. 3
    Season the trout

    Brush the inside and outside of the trout with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4
    Stuff with herbs and lemon

    Stuff the cavity of each trout with fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, and parsley) and lemon slices.

  5. 5
    Grill the trout

    Place the trout on the grill, skin side down. Cook for about 6–8 minutes per side, or until the skin is crispy and the flesh is cooked through.

  6. 6
    Rest and serve

    Remove the trout from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges, if desired.

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