Roasted Trout With Swiss Chard

Directions Preparing:30 minCooking:15 min

Step 1Preheat the oven to 450°F.

Step 2Using ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper, season the insides of the trout. Place 1 dill sprig and 1 fennel sprig inside each trout.

Step 3Cut the Swiss chard stems into 2-inch pieces. Cut the leaves crosswise into 1½-inch strips. Set aside.

Step 4Cut four large pieces of aluminum foil into oval shapes large enough to fit one trout and one-quarter of the Swiss chard, with room enough to be sealed.

Step 5Using ¾ tablespoon of olive oil, brush the trout. Place one trout in the center of each piece of foil. Top each trout with one-quarter of the Swiss chard.

Step 6Season the trout with the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of pepper, and 3¼ tablespoons of olive oil. Top each trout with 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 7Squeeze a lemon quarter over each Swiss chard and trout bundle. Spoon 1 tablespoon of vermouth over each, as well. Close and seal the foil pouches tightly.

Step 8Place the foil packets on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish.

Step 9Remove from the oven and allow the packets to cool for 1 to 2 minutes before opening. Serve in the packet.