Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo
Experience the delightful flavors of Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo—a dish that combines perfectly seared salmon fillets with zesty, lemon-infused orzo pasta. This vibrant meal is not only visually stunning but also quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Impress your guests or treat yourself to a restaurant-quality dish right at home!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 juicy lemons (zest and juice)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse salmon fillets under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, lemon zest, and juice for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cooked orzo to the pan; toss gently to combine with the lemon-garlic mixture.
- Plate the seared salmon alongside the lemon orzo and garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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