Description
A delightful dish combining rich salmon flavors with fresh spinach and orzo pasta, perfect for dinner or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz orzo
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 12 oz salmon fillet
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the salmon fillet.
- Cook on each side until golden and cooked through.
- Remove salmon and flake into pieces.
- Pour in heavy cream, stir to combine, and then add the cooked orzo and flaked salmon.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, topped with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Make sure not to overcook the salmon. Pair with a light salad or glass of white wine.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, pasta, orzo, healthy dinner, seafood