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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo: A Quick & Flavorful Delight

A delicious one skillet recipe featuring salmon and lemon orzo, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 fillets of salmon
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh)
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add orzo and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and stir in lemon juice and zest.
  5. Place salmon fillets on top and cover, cooking until salmon is done.
  6. Stir in fresh spinach just before serving.

Notes

  • This dish can be made with frozen salmon; simply increase cooking time.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or asparagus.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet with orzo
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: salmon, lemon, orzo, one skillet meal, quick recipes