Description
This One-Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a quick, sophisticated meal that combines flaky salmon, zesty lemon, and creamy orzo for a delightful dinner experience.
Ingredients
Scale
4 salmon fillets 6oz each
1.5 cups Orzo Pasta
2.5 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
2 large Fresh Lemons
2 medium Shallots
4 cloves Garlic
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach
1/4 cup Fresh Dill or Parsley
Sea Salt & Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry, season with salt and pepper
- Sear the Fish: Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear salmon for 4 minutes per side
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant
- Toast the Orzo: Add dry orzo to the skillet and toast for 2 minutes
- Deglaze and Simmer: Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, and bring to a boil
- Cook the Orzo: Cover and let simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally
- Incorporate Greens and Finish: Stir in baby spinach and lemon zest
- Final Steam: Place seared salmon on top, cover, and steam for 2-3 minutes
- Garnish and Serve: Top with dill or parsley and serve immediately
Notes
Using wild-caught salmon enhances flavor and texture.
Use fresh ingredients for optimal taste.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg