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Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo

Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo: A Quick, Zesty Dinner Delight

Enjoy a quick and zesty Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo, perfect for any occasion.
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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 Skinless Salmon
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be a substitute.
For the Orzo
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Swap for half-and-half if desired.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for vegan substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Adding zest enhances flavor.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 medium Shallots Can substitute with onion.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Final Touches
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach Can substitute with kale.
  • optional Diced Bell Peppers For extra color.
  • optional Cherry Tomatoes For extra nutrients.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the salmon fillets, ensuring they are skinless. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder or Italian seasoning. Set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets skin side down and cook for about 5 minutes. Flip and sear for another 30-45 seconds. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and shallots. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in ½ cup of white wine, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until alcohol evaporates.
  5. Add 2 cups of chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in 1 cup of orzo pasta and cook for about 10 minutes until tender.
  6. Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream, ½ cup of grated parmesan cheese, and juice of 1 lemon until creamy.
  7. Return seared salmon to the skillet, nestling into the creamy orzo. Add 2 cups of fresh baby spinach and cook together for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  8. Plate your Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo, garnishing with fresh parsley and lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use salmon fillets of the same size for even cooking. Maintain a 2:1 water-to-orzo ratio for perfect texture.

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