Description
A warm and inviting dish featuring tender seared salmon paired with zesty lemon orzo and cherry tomatoes, perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
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- 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 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then carefully add them to the skillet. Sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Toast the orzo in the skillet for 1-2 minutes while stirring.
- Pour in the vegetable broth or water, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10-12 minutes until al dente.
- Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Fluff the orzo with a fork, then return the salmon to the skillet and top with fresh parsley.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
You can prep ingredients in advance and substitute orzo with rice or quinoa if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg