Description
A delightful and easy-to-make one-skillet salmon dish with lemon orzo that is perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. The tender salmon pairs beautifully with the tangy lemon orzo, creating a Mediterranean-inspired meal that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Orzo:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon slices (for serving)
Instructions
- Season salmon: Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Cook salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare orzo: In the same skillet, toast minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add orzo and cook for 1–2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Simmer for 10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Finish dish: Stir in lemon zest, Parmesan, and spinach if using. Return salmon to the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.
Notes
- For a pescatarian version, use vegetable broth.
- You can substitute kale or arugula for spinach.
- For creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream or extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with orzo
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
