Recipes

Trout, Watercress and Wholegrain Rice Salad

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
2 servings
High protein, Low salt, Low saturated fat, Low sugar
Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Pescetarian

A refreshing and balanced salad packed with omega-3-rich trout, wholegrains, and leafy greens—perfect for a heart-healthy lunch or light dinner.


Method

  1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
  2. Place the trout fillets onto a baking tray and place in the oven for 20-22 minutes, until the trout has cooked.
  3. At the same time, cook the wholegrain rice by following the instructions on the packet.
  4. Drain any excess water from the rice and place into a mixing bowl.
  5. Add the watercress, rocket, lemon zest, and ground black pepper to the rice and incorporate. Add the lentils and/or walnuts, if using.
  6. Place the rice mixture into a serving dish. Flake the trout fillets and place over the top of the rice.
  7. Either serve warm or leave to cool fully.

    Ingredients

  • 2 x boneless trout fillets
  • 160 g wholegrain rice
  • 80 g watercress, washed
  • 80 g rocket
  • 1 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1⁄2 cup cooked green lentils (optional)

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