Rainbow Trout Fillets

Disease: DM, CKD, ESRD

Portions: 8

Serving size: 3 ounces

Ingredients

• 2 pounds rainbow trout fillets
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil or spray oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon salt-free lemon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Preparation (Baked)

1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
2. Wash and dry fillets. Rub lightly with oil.
3. In a large baking dish, place the fillets skin down.
4. Combine seasonings in a small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over fillets.
5. Bake uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes or until the trout fillets flake easily with a fork.

Preparation (Grilled)

1. Preheat grill on high heat.
2. Spray or brush fillet side of the trout fillets lightly with oil.
3. Combine seasonings in a small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over fillets.
4. Place directly on the grill, fillet side down. Cook for 4 minutes.
5. Spray or brush skin lightly with oil. Turn fillets over and cook until fish flakes easily with fork, about 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrients per serving

• Calories: 161
• Protein: 21 g
• Carbohydrate: 0 g
• Fat: 8 g
• Cholesterol: 58 mg
• Sodium: 169 mg
• Potassium: 385 mg
• Phosphorus: 227 mg
• Calcium: 75 mg
• Fiber: 0.1 g

Renal and Renal Diabetic Food Choices

• 3 meat

Helpful hints

• For additional seasoning, try adding cayenne pepper or salt-free herb seasoning combinations.
• If you are on a low-protein diet, adjust the serving size to your individual meal plan.