Description
A delightful recipe for Salmon Orzo that combines perfectly seared salmon fillets with creamy spinach orzo, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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- 4 fillets salmon
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup orzo, uncooked
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers, chopped (canned or jarred)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 4 oz fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salmon
Creamy Spinach Orzo
Instructions
- Prepare Salmon: Pat dry salmon fillets, season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet.
- Make Creamy Spinach Orzo: Sauté onion, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook orzo in chicken stock, then add cream, peppers, Parmesan, spinach, and lemon juice.
- Combine: Return cooked salmon to skillet. Warm through and garnish with basil and black pepper.
Notes
- Use a high-sided, heavy skillet for even cooking.
- Pat salmon dry to ensure a crispy crust.
- Avoid overcooking salmon to retain moisture.
- Customize for dietary preferences: dairy-free or gluten-free options available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with orzo
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
