Description
This One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Succulent seared salmon fillets are served on a bed of flavorful lemon-infused orzo, packed with spinach and Parmesan cheese for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Salmon:
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
- 1 tsp salt, divided
- 1 tsp black pepper, divided
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp unsalted butter
Orzo:
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 5 oz baby spinach
- juice from 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- freshly ground black pepper, for serving
- chili flakes, for serving
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Season salmon fillets with garlic powder, sweet paprika, ½ tsp salt, and ½ tsp pepper. Pat dry.
- Sear Salmon: In a skillet, sear salmon for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same skillet, cook onion and garlic until soft. Add thyme, remaining salt, and pepper.
- Cook Orzo: Toast orzo, then pour in broth. Simmer until orzo is almost al dente.
- Add Spinach and Finish: Stir in spinach, lemon juice, and Parmesan. Adjust seasoning. Return salmon to skillet and simmer until heated through.
- Serve: Top with black pepper and chili flakes before serving.
Notes
- For added freshness, garnish with chopped parsley.
- You can customize this dish by adding your favorite herbs or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with orzo
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
