Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo
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A simple and flavorful dish featuring seared salmon served over lemon-infused orzo.
- Author: Oliver
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper, then sear for 4 minutes per side. Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, add remaining olive oil and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in orzo and toast for 2 minutes.
- Pour in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Return salmon to the pan, cover, and cook for 3 more minutes.
- Garnish with lemon zest and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon for best results.
- Adjust lemon juice to taste.
- Substitute orzo with rice or quinoa if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg