Salmon with creamy orzo (Printable Version)
Savory salmon fillets accompanied by creamy spinach orzo with garlic and Parmesan.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salmon
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4 salmon fillets
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Creamy Spinach Orzo
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
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2 cups chicken stock
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½ cup heavy cream
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½ cup roasted red bell peppers, chopped (canned or jarred)
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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4 ounces fresh spinach
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season evenly with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high for 2-3 minutes. Add olive oil, swirling to coat. Place salmon fillets skin-side up and sear for 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook 2-3 more minutes.
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Transfer salmon from skillet. Wipe off excess fat if necessary. Add olive oil and chopped onion to skillet and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and Italian seasoning; cook until fragrant, about 30-60 seconds.
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Toast uncooked orzo in skillet for 1-2 minutes. Pour in chicken stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender, 6-10 minutes.
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Stir in heavy cream, roasted red peppers, Parmesan cheese, fresh spinach, and lemon juice. Cook until spinach wilts, stirring occasionally.
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Nestle cooked salmon back into the skillet with orzo mixture. Warm through on medium heat. Garnish with fresh basil and coarse black pepper before serving.