Description
A delightful dish that combines the rich taste of salmon with the zesty brightness of lemon and comforting orzo pasta, all made in one skillet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
- 1 tsp salt (divided)
- 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper (divided)
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- Juice from ½ lemon
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- Freshly ground black pepper (for serving)
- Chili flakes (for serving)
Instructions
- Grate the Parmesan cheese, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, and ½ teaspoon salt and pepper.
- Heat oil and butter over medium-high heat in a large nonstick pan. Add the salmon fillets and sear for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, add garlic and onion, and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Stir in thyme and remaining salt and pepper. Add the orzo and toast for 1 minute.
- Pour in the broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low to maintain a simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until almost al dente and most liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes.
- Add spinach, stir, and simmer until wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and Parmesan; add more broth if needed to adjust consistency.
- Return salmon to skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Top with freshly ground black pepper and chili flakes. Enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use wild-caught salmon and adjust seasoning to your taste. Add fresh herbs or lemon zest for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 60mg