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Almond-Crusted Trout and Cucumber Olive Salad (Low Carb, Paleo, Whole 30)

06/21/2017 30 Comments

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Tagged With: almond flour, almonds, chermoula, cucumber, dairy free, GAPS, olives, paleo, primal, quick & easy, trout, whole30

A perfectly crunchy crust gives way to tender trout paired with delicious Cucumber Olive Salad makes a healthy 30 minute meal. 

Almond-Crusted Trout (Low Carb, Paleo, Whole30) -A perfectly crunchy crust gives way to tender trout paired with delicious Cucumber Olive Salad makes a healthy 30 minute meal. #30minutemeal #whole30

This post is in partnership with Sun Basket, opinions and photography are my own. Thank you for supporting companies I believe in. 

I grew up with a mom who loved to cook and she did it well. There was no shortage of home-cooked, nutritious foods (that is until we came to the states and commercial foods took over). But even with the convenience of industrialized foods at her fingertips, my mom relished in making her signature Cream Puffs and French Crepes (with real butter) and soups loaded with nutrition. It came natural to her because that was her upbringing too.

There were our standard tastes and flavors that she was used to cooking with and we were used to eating. Lamb was pretty common in our home. As was anything with organ meats. The regular standbys of mayonnaise, garlic and dill was pretty much a no-brainer.

However, one thing I wish we had more of was flavors and textures that were new to us. Tastes that we were unfamiliar with. Ingredients completely unique and unusual.

Almond-Crusted Trout (Low Carb, Paleo, Whole30) -A perfectly crunchy crust gives way to tender trout paired with delicious Cucumber Olive Salad makes a healthy 30 minute meal. #30minutemeal #whole30

 

What is Chermoula?

It would take me over three decades to expand my palate and learn to appreciate the food of other cultures and flavors. The most recent ingredient I learned to love is chermoula.

It’s an herby marinade used in Algerian, Libyan and Moroccan cooking. It’s traditionally used to flavor seafood but can also be used on meats and vegetables. It consists of fresh herbs, olive oil, garlic and seasonings and adds a very delicate yet zesty flavor to any dish.

I learned about Chermoula through Sun Basket. Though you can easily make it yourself, it already came prepped and ready to go in this meal. I love exploring other cultures through Sun Basket‘s wild flavor combinations and delicious recipes. It’s definitely not something I naturally would add to my trout, but it works amazingly well in this dish.

And that’s another reason why I love Sun Basket. It gives me the confidence to try something unique without having to buy a boatload of ingredients I may not use later. There has not been a recipe I haven’t liked with Sun Basket.

And right now, you can get 3 FREE Family Menu Meals of fresh, organic, non-GMO ingredients and kid-friendly recipes delivered to your doorstep!

 

Almond-Crusted Trout (Low Carb, Paleo, Whole30) -A perfectly crunchy crust gives way to tender trout paired with delicious Cucumber Olive Salad makes a healthy 30 minute meal. #30minutemeal #whole30

Almond-Crusted Trout and Cucumber Olive Salad (Low Carb, Paleo, Whole30)

Sun Basket makes it easy to cook healthy meals and is suitable for people following Paleo, Gluten-Free, and Vegetarian diets. They also have options for Breakfast only and their newest (and my favorite!) is Family option.

You  choose from delicious recipes each week and have them delivered to your door in appropriate packaging to withstand the weather. Because you get to choose the recipes – you get to choose unique flavors to try next!

My favorite part about Sun Basket – they take great care to select organic, non-GMO produce from the best local farms and sustainably sourced, hormone-free meats and seafood.  Because behind every great meal, are superb ingredients!

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Paleo Almond-Crusted Trout with Chermoula and Cucumber-Olive Salad

A perfectly crunchy crust gives way to tender trout paired with delicious Cucumber Olive Salad makes a healthy 30 minute meal.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Dairy Free, GAPS, Low Carb, Paleo, Primal, Quick & Easy, Whole 30
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 618kcal
Author Anya @ Prepare & Nourish

Ingredients

Cucumber-Olive Salad

  • 1 Persian cucumber
  • 3 tablespoons Kalamata olives
  • 3 tablespoons Castelvetrano olives
  • 1 medium lemon
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • salt & pepper to taste

Trout

  • 2 6 oz. trout fillets
  • 1/4 cup almond meal
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil for frying
  • Sun Basket chermoula (fresh parsley, cilantro, olive oil, fresh garlic, coriander, cumin, salt) optional (see note)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Cucumber & Olive Salad

  • Trim the ends from the cucumber; peel the cucumber, if desired. Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise, then on the diagonal into 1/4 inch thick slices. 
  • Coarsely chop the Kalamata olives and Castelvetrano olives. 
  • Zest and juice the lemon, keeping the zest and juice separate. Set aside the juice for the chermoula. 
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cucumber, olives, lemon zest and 2 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil. Season to taste with salt. 

Almond- Crusted Trout

  • Pat the trout dry with a paper towel; season with salt and pepper.
  • In a shallow bowl or plate, spread the almond meal in an even layer; season with salt and pepper. 
  • Crack the egg into another shallow bowl; season with salt and pepper and whisk until just blended.
  • In another shallow bowl or plate, spread this slivered almonds in an even layer. 
  • Dredge the trout in the almond meal, turning to coat; shake off any excess. Dip the trout into the egg; allowing the excess to drip off, then gently press both sides into the slivered almonds to help them adhere.
  • In a large frying pan over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons avocado oil until hot but not smoking. Add the trout and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 4-5 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Watch carefully so the coating doesn't burn. Reduce heat if necessary.

Chermoula

  • In a small bowl, stir together the chermoula (fresh parsley, cilantro, olive oil, fresh garlic, coriander, cumin, salt), reserved lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Season to taste with salt. 

Assembling the Meal

  • Transfer the trout and cucumber-olive salad to individual plates. Drizzle the trout with the chermoula and serve.

Notes

| Nutrition Information Disclaimer |
*Chermoula: if you don't have any on hand, feel free to use pesto. 

Nutrition

Calories: 618kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 61g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 406mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 5.5mg | Calcium: 126mg | Iron: 1.9mg

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Filed Under: Dinner, Entrées, Seafood, Summer Tagged With: almond flour, almonds, chermoula, cucumber, dairy free, GAPS, olives, paleo, primal, quick & easy, trout, whole30

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Comments

  1. Joni Gomes

    06/26/2017 at

    Yummy! I have yet to try almond-crusted anything. Need to get on that bandwagon!

    Reply
  2. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish

    06/26/2017 at

    This sounds so delicious! We’re big fish fans in our home. I love that beautiful sauce that goes with this, so perfect paired with the olives and cucumbers too.

    Reply
  3. linda spiker

    06/26/2017 at

    I had this trout! It’s delicious, and I love Sun Basket!

    Reply
  4. Irena

    06/27/2017 at

    I love the simplicity of this meal. In fact, I think I have most of the ingredients already and can easily make chermoula with some of the herbs we’re growing.

    Reply
    • Anya

      06/27/2017 at

      Love the versatility of chermoula.

      Reply
  5. Renee

    06/27/2017 at

    Ohh yummy! My girls LOVE fish of any kind – I can’t wait to try that almond crust!

    Reply
    • Anya

      06/27/2017 at

      Thanks Renee. I think they would love this dish.

      Reply
  6. Jean

    06/27/2017 at

    This looks so delicious! I’m always looking for different ways to cook fish, and I can’t wait to try this.

    Reply
  7. Tina

    06/27/2017 at

    Yum! Love almond crusted chicken and pork… never tried trout before! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Anya

      06/28/2017 at

      Hope you enjoy it Tina.

      Reply
  8. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday!

    06/28/2017 at

    What an awesome summery meal, and I can’t wait to try the almond crusted part in particular!

    Reply
    • Anya

      06/28/2017 at

      That’s my favorite part!

      Reply
  9. Corrine

    06/28/2017 at

    I’ve never even heard of chermoula, but it sounds wonderful! And it looks so beautiful on this fish, yum!

    Reply
    • Anya

      07/01/2017 at

      Thanks Corrine. I first learned of chermoula through this recipe and am kicking myself that I haven’t been enjoying it sooner.

      Reply
  10. ChihYu

    06/28/2017 at

    Love fish recipes especially in hot summer days ! Trout is so light and naturally sweet delicious. Love everything about this recipe !

    Reply
  11. Michele Spring

    06/28/2017 at

    Man, I really need to try Sun Basket. I keep hearing great things about them. And I’m excited about this recipe too – we fish a lot (or attempt to at least) and are always looking for good recipes to make with the trout that we dream of catching someday… sigh. haha!

    Reply
    • Anya

      07/01/2017 at

      Haha!! You’ll catch that trout one day. <3

      Reply
  12. Cristina Curp

    06/29/2017 at

    What a lovely and light summer dish! Yum!

    Reply
    • Anya

      07/01/2017 at

      Thank you Cristina.

      Reply
  13. Jessica DeMay

    06/30/2017 at

    This meal looks amazing and that crust on the trout is perfect! Yum!

    Reply
    • Anya

      07/01/2017 at

      The crust is the best part!

      Reply
  14. Holley Marth

    07/02/2017 at

    Although this is simple and quick, it looks so fancy! A delicious weeknight dinner!

    Reply
  15. Darryl Edwards

    07/03/2017 at

    You got me on the trout and the cucumber and then the almonds too!!! Count me in!!!

    Reply
  16. Stacey Crawford

    07/03/2017 at

    Almond Crusted Trout sounds delightful and that sauce, oh my!

    Reply
  17. Becky Winkler

    07/03/2017 at

    I’ve been enjoying trout at restaurants for a while but haven’t yet tried cooking it myself. This looks so good that I’ll have to change that soon!

    Reply

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