One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo
The pan-seared salmon is crispy on the outside and perfectly flaky on the inside, while the orzo is cooked to al dente and coated in a light and tangy lemon sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course lunch
Cuisine American
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Cook the orzo according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon, skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
Add the cooked orzo to the skillet and toss to combine with the spinach.
Return the salmon to the skillet and squeeze lemon juice over the top.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
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