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Sheet Pan Sweet 'n Smoky Pecan-Crusted Trout

with red pepper pesto squash

Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Mild

Cook Within: 3 days

Contains: Tree Nuts (Pecans), Fish (Trout), Milk

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    Under 35g carbs
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If you’re in search of a meal with minimal clean-up, our Express Sheet Pan meals are perfect for you. These flavorful dishes are quick-cooking and just require one sheet pan. Yes, that’s right, just one. Dinner can be served for you and a loved one in no time, leaving the kitchen close to spot-less. One sheet, little time, lots of flavor.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • Info
    10 oz. Steelhead Trout Filets
  • 1 Yellow Squash
  • 1 Zucchini
  • Info
    1 oz. Beurre Blanc Butter
  • Info
    1 oz. Roasted Pecan Pieces
  • Info
    1 oz. Red Pepper Pesto
  • Info
    1 oz. Cream Cheese
  • ½ oz. Hot Honey
  • 1 tsp. Garlic Pepper
  • ½ tsp. Smoked Paprika

Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.

  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    540
  • Carbohydrates
    20g
  • Net Carbs
    15g
  • Fat
    37g
  • Protein
    37g
  • Sodium
    680mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cooking Spray
  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Trim zucchini ends, quarter, and cut into 1/2" dice. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted.

    Trim yellow squash ends, quarter, and cut into 1/2" dice.

    Coarsely crush pecans.

    Pat trout dry and season flesh side with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Vegetables

    In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tsp. olive oil, pesto, zucchini, and yellow squash.

    Transfer vegetables to one half of prepared baking sheet. Spread into an even layer on their side.

  3. 3

    Add the Trout

    In another mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, smoked paprika, and garlic pepper. Set aside.

    Place trout on empty side of sheet and evenly top with cream cheese mixture, then crushed pecans, pressing gently to adhere.

  4. 4

    Roast Vegetables and Trout and Finish Dish

    Roast in hot oven until vegetables are tender and trout reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 12-15 minutes.

    Carefully remove from oven. Stir softened butter into vegetables until melted and combined. Sheet will be hot! Use a utensil.

    To serve, top trout with hot honey (to taste). Bon appétit!

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