Ingredients
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To create this flavorful dish, gather the following ingredients:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
These ingredients are not only easy to find but also create a dish that’s bursting with flavor. Plus, they remind me of sunny days and fresh produce, which is what I aim for in all my recipes!
Instructions
- Boil salted water, add orzo, and cook for 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet, season salmon, and cook skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Add remaining olive oil and minced garlic to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds, then add lemon zest and juice.
- Mix in cooked orzo and spinach, toss until spinach wilts.
- Plate the orzo, top with salmon, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Fresh spinach works best, but frozen can be used in a pinch.
- Adjust seasoning to taste for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-free (if using gluten-free orzo)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg