Description
Learn how to make a delicious and easy One Skillet Salmon With Lemon Orzo recipe that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal!
Ingredients
- – 4 skinless salmon fillets
- – 1 tsp salt – divided (5 ml)
- – 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper – divided (5 ml)
- – 1 tsp sweet paprika (5 ml)
- – 1 tsp garlic powder (5 ml)
- – 1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
- – 1 tsp beef butter (5 ml)
- – 1 yellow onion – finely chopped
- – 3 garlic cloves – minced
- – 1 cup dry orzo pasta (240 g)
- – 1 tsp dried thyme (5 ml)
- – 3 cups low sodium beef broth (720 ml)
- – 5 ounces baby spinach (140 g)
- – juice from 1/2 lemon
- – ½ cup grated cheese (50 g)
- – freshly ground black pepper – for serving
- – chili flakes – for serving
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients before starting: Grate the cheese, chop the onion finely, and mince the garlic cloves. Use a paper towel to dry the salmon fillets. Sprinkle both sides with garlic powder, sweet paprika, and ½ teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
- Warm olive oil and beef butter in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until seared. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set it aside.
- Lower the heat to medium and add the garlic and onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 2 minutes until they are soft and fragrant. Mix in the thyme, along with the remaining salt and pepper. Add the orzo and cook for 1 minute until slightly toasted.
- Add the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent the orzo from sticking, until it is nearly al dente and most of the liquid has evaporated, which takes about 8 minutes.
- Introduce the spinach, stir, and let it cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Mix in the lemon juice and grated cheese. If necessary, add a bit more broth. Taste and adjust the salt as needed.
- Place the salmon back into the skillet and let it heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Finish with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and chili flakes, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Pat dry salmon fillets before seasoning for a crispy sear.
- Toast orzo before adding broth for a nutty flavor.
- Adjust salt at the end due to broth and cheese saltiness.
