Description
This one-skillet wonder features tender, flaky salmon seared to perfection, served over creamy lemon orzo with fresh herbs—a vibrant, wholesome meal ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
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4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
For the Lemon Orzo:
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1 cup orzo pasta
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2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
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1 tablespoon butter
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Zest and juice of 1 lemon
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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Season salmon with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
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Sear salmon, skin-side down, for 4–5 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add orzo and toast for 1 minute.
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Pour in broth and bring to a simmer. Cook orzo for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente and liquid is mostly absorbed.
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Stir in lemon zest, juice, butter, Parmesan, and parsley.
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Return salmon to skillet and warm through. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
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Add spinach or peas to the orzo for extra veggies.
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For a dairy-free version, skip Parmesan and use olive oil instead of butter.
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Use a nonstick or cast-iron skillet for best results.
- Prep Time: 14 minutes
- Cook Time: 18minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35 g