Air Fryer Herby Mediterranean Trout
Tender, flaky trout fillet seasoned with dried oregano and garlic, air-fried alongside sweet bell peppers and tender courgettes.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Becky + Lila
Becky created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
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Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
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A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C)…
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Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C)…
Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Allow: 3 minutes
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Toss the sliced courgette
In a medium bowl, toss the sliced courgette, sliced red bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
Look for: well coated
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Place the seasoned vegetables into one side…
Place the seasoned vegetables into one side of the air fryer basket in a single layer.
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Rub the trout fillet with a tiny…
Rub the trout fillet with a tiny splash of olive oil and season both sides with dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Lay the trout fillet skin-side down next…
Lay the trout fillet skin-side down next to the vegetables in the air fryer basket.
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Air-fry at 390°F (200°C) for 8 to…
Air-fry at 390°F (200°C) for 8 to 10 minutes. The vegetables should be tender with lightly browned edges, and the trout should flake easily with a fork in the center.
Allow: 8 to 10 minutes
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Transfer the trout and roasted vegetables to…
Transfer the trout and roasted vegetables to a plate. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the top just before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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