Description
One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent salmon fillets, zesty lemon, and tender orzo all in one easy-to-make skillet. Ready in just 35 minutes, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights and delivers a delightful blend of textures and tastes. The aromatic garlic and fresh spinach elevate the experience, making it an impressive choice for both family dinners and entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Rinse salmon fillets and pat dry. Mince garlic and set aside.
- Sauté garlic and spinach: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute), then stir in spinach until wilted.
- Cook the orzo: Add uncooked orzo, vegetable broth, and lemon juice to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until orzo absorbs most liquid (about 10 minutes).
- Add salmon: Nestle salmon fillets on top of the orzo mixture. Cover with a lid and steam for about 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Final touches: Squeeze additional lemon juice over the dish for brightness; serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 480g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg