Description
A delightful and simple recipe for One-Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo that combines perfectly seared salmon fillets with flavorful lemon-infused orzo pasta. This dish is a complete meal that’s easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Lemon Orzo:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season and Sear Salmon: Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden.
- Cook Orzo: Sauté garlic and shallot, add orzo, broth, lemon, simmer until tender.
- Finish Dish: Stir in Parmesan and parsley. Add salmon back, cover until cooked through. Garnish and serve.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth for a pescatarian option.
- Consider adding spinach or peas for extra greens.
- Adjust lemon juice to taste for a more vibrant flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with orzo
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
