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One Skillet Salmon: Zesty Lemon Orzo Delight

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A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring salmon and orzo pasta, perfect for a quick dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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Gathering the right ingredients is the first step to culinary success. Here’s what you need for this vibrant dish:

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Cook salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes on each side, then set aside.
  4. Add orzo to the skillet, stir for a minute, then add chicken broth, lemon zest, and juice; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, simmer orzo for 10-12 minutes, adding tomatoes and spinach in the last 3 minutes.
  6. Return salmon to the skillet to warm through and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure salmon is fresh for best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten-Free