Description
A delightful dish that balances comfort and sophistication with tender orzo, flaked salmon, and a luscious creamy sauce, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lb salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cooked orzo and spinach, mixing well until the spinach wilts.
- Flake the salmon into large pieces and gently fold it into the orzo mixture.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Do not overcook the salmon to keep it tender. Adjust lemon zest according to your preference for brightness. Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 106mg