Greek Salmon Orzo

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5 from 3 votes

A bright and fresh orzo recipe. It's herbaceous and full of yummy salmon and pasta!

Prep Time20

Cook Time30

Total Time50

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Greek

Keyword: Feta, Orzo, Pasta, Salmon

Servings:

Author: Carolyn Stilwell

Equipment

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

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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.

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