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30-Minute Seared Salmon: Easy and Zesty Lemon Orzo Delight

30-Minute Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo
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This quick and delicious recipe features perfectly seared salmon alongside zesty lemon orzo, making it a delightful meal ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 fillets salmon
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil and add the orzo. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. While the orzo cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side down in the hot skillet.
  4. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
  5. Once the orzo is cooked, drain and return to the saucepan. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and dill. Mix well.
  6. Serve the seared salmon over the lemon orzo mixture.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding capers or a sprinkle of feta cheese on top.
  • Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.

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