One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo: Easy Weeknight Delight
An easy, delicious weeknight meal featuring salmon and orzo pasta with a bright lemon flavor.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 fillets salmon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the orzo and vegetable broth, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Push the orzo to the side of the skillet and place salmon fillets in the pan.
- Cook the salmon for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley and additional lemon juice.
Notes
- This dish can be customized by adding vegetables such as spinach or asparagus.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: salmon, orzo, skillet meal, weeknight dinner