One-Skillet Salmon and Lemon Orzo: Easy Dinner Delight
This delicious One-Skillet Salmon and Lemon Orzo is a quick and easy dinner option perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets salmon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in orzo and vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Place salmon on top, cover, and cook for another 8-10 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and zest, and sprinkle with oregano.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon before cooking.
- Try adding vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with orzo
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: One-Skillet Salmon and Lemon Orzo, Easy Dinner, Salmon Recipes, Quick Recipes