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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a quick, flavorful, and nourishing dish that combines tender salmon, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon for a vibrant, effortless meal with minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy evenings, this balanced recipe offers protein-rich salmon paired with wholesome orzo pasta, infused with bright citrus and herbal notes.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Seasoning

  • 4 fresh salmon fillets
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Orzo and Cooking Liquid

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Other

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and black pepper. Toss the fresh dill, parsley, minced garlic, and a squeeze of lemon juice over the fillets, letting them sit briefly to absorb the flavors.
  2. Sear the Salmon Fillets: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden. Flip gently and cook the other side for 2 more minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside on a plate.
  3. Cook the Orzo: In the same skillet, pour in vegetable broth, apple cider vinegar (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Bring to a gentle boil and stir in orzo pasta and minced garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally until orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.
  4. Combine and Finish Cooking: Nestle the seared salmon fillets back on top of the nearly cooked orzo. Cover the skillet and let everything cook together for 4-5 minutes to allow the salmon to fully cook while the flavors meld beautifully.
  5. Add Lemon Zest and Fresh Herbs: Once done, sprinkle fresh dill and parsley over the skillet along with lemon zest for an intensely fresh finish that brings the dish alive on your plate.

Notes

  • Choose fresh, firm salmon fillets to ensure moistness and perfect texture.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to allow proper searing of the salmon.
  • Stir the orzo occasionally to prevent sticking but avoid disturbing the salmon too much.
  • Use fresh herbs for bright and clean flavors.
  • Let the dish rest a few minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg

Keywords: salmon, one skillet, lemon orzo, quick dinner, healthy seafood, herb infused, easy weeknight meal

Find it online: https://tastysoulkitchen.com/one-skillet-salmon-with-lemon-orzo/