Description
Salmon with Artichoke Orzo is a delightful dish that beautifully combines tender salmon fillets with creamy orzo pasta and tangy artichokes. This recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, showcasing vibrant flavors and an elegant presentation. Ready in just 30-40 minutes, it’s simple to prepare and sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- In a medium pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain.
- In the same pot, combine cooked orzo with artichokes, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese; mix until well combined.
- Bake the salmon for about 12-15 minutes until flaky and cooked through.
- Serve artichoke orzo on plates topped with salmon fillets. Garnish with additional lemon slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg