Greek Salmon Orzo
Updated Dec 04, 2025
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Greek Salmon Orzo is a delicious and healthy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe is a blend of flavorful herbs, yummy salmon, and orzo pasta that come together to create a tasty and fresh meal. Whether you are looking for a dish to serve for a family dinner, a special occasion, or just any weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to please.
In February 2022, I created an Orzo Recipe Series on TikTok where I created 8 new orzo recipes during the month of February. It was definitely a fan favorite! In honor of the 1 year anniversary of this series, I am creating a February Orzo Series Part 2!
This Greek Salmon Orzo is the seventh recipe in my new series and I hope you love it!
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Greek Salmon Orzo
Equipment
- Air Fryer optional
Ingredients
Salmon
- 1 lb Salmon, or one 4-6 oz filet per person
- 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
- 3/4 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried Dill
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt, more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper, more to taste
Orzo
- 2 teaspoon Oil from Sun-Dried Tomatoes, or extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Shallot, minced
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta, uncooked
- 1/3 cup Sun-dried Tomatoes
- 2 cups Chicken Broth, can also use veggie broth; add more as neeeded
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Dill
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Parsley
- Kosher Salt & Black Pepper, to taste
- 1 Lemon, juice and zest; more to serve
- 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives, sliced in half
- 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup Fresh Mint, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup Feta , more to serve
Instructions
Salmon
- In a small bowl, mix together all salmon ingredients. Brush evenly over the salmon filets.
- Cook the salmon.Pan-sear: Cook in a skillet over medium heat for about 4 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F.Air fry (recommended): Air fry at 375°F for about 8 minutes.Bake: Bake at 400°F for 10–15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F.Tip: If air frying or baking, start the orzo while the salmon cooks.
Orzo
- In a large, high-sided pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic; cook for 2 minutes, stirring often. Stir in the uncooked orzo and sun-dried tomatoes. Toast for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and season with oregano, basil, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender. Add more broth as needed if it absorbs too quickly.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, olives, fresh parsley, and mint. Add feta and stir until well combined.
- Spoon the orzo into bowls and top with a salmon filet. Garnish with extra lemon juice, feta, fresh herbs, and salt and pepper to taste.
Video
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♬ original sound – Carolyn | Easy Recipes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Delicious! Simple, easy to follow recipe that I was able to make after a day in the office. I will 100% make this again.
I’m so glad you enjoyed and found the recipe easy to follow! I really appreciate your review 🙂