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One-Pan Lemony Salmon Orzo

25 min637 kcal each

Paprika-seared salmon nestled into lemony thyme orzo with spinach and Parmesan, all made in the same pan. Twenty-five minutes and one pan to wash.

MediterraneanMainHigh-Protein

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Ingredients

for 4 servings
  • Salmon fillets, skinless680 g
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Black pepper½ tsp
  • Paprika1 tsp
  • Olive oil1 tbsp
  • Onion1 piece
  • Garlic3 clove
  • Orzo, dry170 g
  • Dried thyme1 tsp
  • Low-sodium chicken broth480 ml
  • Baby spinach2 handful
  • Lemon juice3 tbsp
  • Parmesan, finely grated50 g
  • Chili flakes1 pinch

Method

Prep 5 min · cook 20 min
  1. Pat the salmon dry and season with the salt, pepper and paprika.
  2. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat, lay in a square of baking paper turned to coat both sides with oil, and cook the salmon on it 3–4 minutes a side; set aside.
  3. In the same pan soften the onion for 2 minutes, then add the garlic, orzo and thyme and stir for a minute to toast.
  4. Add the broth and lemon juice, bring to a gentle boil, then cook on low for about 8 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the orzo is al dente.
  5. Stir in the Parmesan and spinach until wilted, nestle the salmon back in and finish with chili flakes.
  6. Keeps 3 days in the fridge. Reheat with a splash of broth.

Nutrition

per serving
Cal
637
Protein
47g
Carbs
40g
Fat
31g

Of 31g of fat per serving, 7.9g is saturated.