Summer is such a fun time, filled with days spent out at the pool or at the beach, camping, and of course spending time with friends. I set out to come up with a summer-approved grilling recipe that used a classic complete seasoning mix and paired perfectly with a crisp white wine. I’d like to think I succeeded! This trout is flavorful, pairs well with a light and fresh Sauvignon Blanc, and is ridiculously simple to make. Let’s get to work!
I will confess that this was my first time making whole grilled trout {or whole fish of any kind, really}, and I was so impressed with how easy it was to put everything together, and of course how flavorful it was! I love seafood of any kind, and I thought the charred, slightly smoky flavor from the grill gave this fish the perfect beach bonfire vibe. I kept the ingredients super simple so the fish could shine, and just used a complete seasoning spice blend, garlic, sliced lemon, fresh parsley, and fresh garlic, as well as a little drizzle of olive oil.
I tried cooking the fish both straight on the grill, as well as in foil packets, and I have do say I preferred the whole grilled trout that was cooked alone! The foil packets did keep the fish a little more moist {and allow you to add more stuffing if desired} but I didn’t think they were as flavorful. The foil packet, however, is a great compromise if you want to cook a whole trout and don’t have a grill at your disposal. You can just as easily make this in the oven!