Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo
A delightful dish that balances bright flavors with comforting textures, featuring tender salmon with zesty lemon orzo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place fillets in the skillet and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in orzo pasta and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Incorporate lemon zest, lemon juice, and spinach into the cooked orzo. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Return cooked salmon to the skillet to warm through for about a minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Monitor cooking times to avoid overcooking the salmon. Fresh ingredients enhance the flavors.
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