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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo for Quick Delicious Nights

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a quick, healthy dinner that combines flaky salmon with zesty orzo and fresh spinach.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Skinless Salmon The star of the dish
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use in moderation
  • 1 teaspoon Coarsely Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika Adds color and sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For searing
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Contributes richness
For the Orzo
  • 1 cup Dry Orzo Pasta Hearty base of the meal
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Use fresh for a brighter flavor
  • 2 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth Enhances flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Freshly minced
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Wilts into the dish
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is best
For Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Optional for dairy-free
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper & Chili Flakes Garnish

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the ingredients by grating the Parmesan, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic. Season the salmon.
  2. Heat the skillet, add olive oil and butter, and sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. In the same skillet, cook the onion and garlic until fragrant, then add thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toast the orzo in the skillet for about 1 minute, stirring continuously.
  5. Add chicken broth to the skillet, bring to a boil, then simmer until orzo is nearly al dente.
  6. Stir in baby spinach until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Mix in lemon juice and parmesan, then return salmon to the skillet to warm.
  8. Serve the orzo and spinach mixture topped with salmon and garnished with pepper and chili flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the orzo mixture without salmon for up to 3 months. Reheat with broth or water.

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