Description
A delightful and healthy one-pan dish featuring salmon and creamy orzo, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the orzo and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add cherry tomatoes and spinach, and cook until spinach wilts.
- Push the orzo to one side of the skillet and place the salmon fillets on the other side.
- Season the salmon with lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper.
- Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute salmon with other fish like trout or tilapia.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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