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Salmon with Lemon Orzo

Savory Salmon with Lemon Orzo in Just 30 Minutes!

Enjoy this delicious Salmon with Lemon Orzo recipe in just 30 minutes, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets skin-on or skinless
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or avocado oil as substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or Italian seasoning
For the Lemon Orzo
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or finely chopped
  • 1 medium Shallot finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup White Wine or broth for non-alcoholic substitute
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta or any small pasta shape
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half/coconut milk for lighter options
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese sprinkle on top
  • 0.5 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice from half a lemon
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach or kale, broccoli, or peas
  • optional Add-ins like diced bell peppers or cherry tomatoes

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes without moving.
  3. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until cooked to your liking. Remove from skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to low, add butter, and sauté minced garlic and shallots for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in white wine and scrape the pan, letting it simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Add chicken broth to the skillet, raise heat to medium-high, and stir in orzo. Cook for about 10 minutes.
  7. Once orzo is tender, stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice, mixing well.
  8. Return the salmon to the skillet on top of the orzo, add spinach, and allow to wilt for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Garnish with parsley and lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, store salmon and orzo separately to maintain texture.

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