This healthy salmon dish is as balanced as it is delicious.
One less thing to wash, too!
Simplicity best describes thisSalmon with Lemon-Herb Orzo & Broccolirecipe.
Photo: Jacob Fox
Seasoned omega-3-rich salmon gets a quick pan-fry and sits on nutty whole-wheat orzo pasta bedazzled with colorful antioxidant-rich broccoli.
Keep reading for expert tips, including how to save even more time in the kitchen with this recipe.
Drain and rinse with cold water.
Meanwhile, heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Sprinkle the 1 1/4 pounds of salmon with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
Add to the pan, skin-side up and cook until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
Flip and cook until the flesh is opaque, 3 to 5 minutes, depending on thickness.
Add the orzo and broccoli; stir until combined.
Serve the orzo mixture with the salmon and drizzle with the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil.
Frequently Asked Questions
This dish tastes best right after it’s been cooked.
Then you won’t have to worry about the salmon drying out or the orzo absorbing too much liquid.
Sure, you will enjoy salmon orzo leftovers.
But if you are serving guests, we would not make this ahead of time.
It’s a small, mild-tasting pasta that is often confused with rice.
It’s typically used in soups such as minestrone, and it can be boiled or fried.
There are so many excellentrecipesthat include orzo.
This recipe is a convenient meal in one with your protein, vegetable and carb.
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