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Creamy Lemon Garlic Orzo with Salmon
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Creamy Lemon Garlic Orzo with Salmon

35 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
from @nutrientmatters5 imports5 cooked
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Ingredients

4 people
  • salmon fillets (skin on or off, patted dry)Other600 g
  • olive oil (divided, for marinade and pan)Pantry45 ml
  • Dijon mustardPantry15 ml
  • lemon juice (freshly squeezed, divided)Produce45 ml
  • smoked paprikaSpices5 g
  • garlic powderSpices3 g
  • saltSpices4 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices2 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce4 pieces
  • fresh rosemary (sprigs, leaves chopped)Produce2 pieces
  • chicken bouillon (powder or cube)Pantry10 g
  • orzo (dry)Grains300 g
  • waterBeverages700 ml
  • heavy creamDairy150 ml
  • butterDairy30 g
  • red pepper flakesSpices2 g
  • fresh parsley (chopped)Produce15 g
  • parmesan cheese (grated, optional)Dairy40 g

per serving

Nutrition

626kcal

Carbs
61 g
Proteins
36 g
Fat
26 g

step by step

Method

  1. Make the marinade

    • In a bowl, combine olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, smoked paprika and garlic powder.
    Step 1

  2. Marinate the salmon

    • Pour the marinade over the salmon.
    • Season with salt and pepper.
    Step 2

  3. Sear the salmon

    • Cook the salmon in a large pan until it is about 80% cooked through.
    • Remove from the pan and set aside.
    Step 3

  4. Start the orzo

    • In the same pan, add olive oil, minced garlic, fresh rosemary, chicken bouillon and the orzo.
    • Pour in the water, cover with a lid and let it cook for about 8 to 10 minutes.
    Step 4

  5. Make it creamy

    • Stir in the heavy cream, butter, red pepper flakes and fresh parsley.
    • Optionally add in some cheese.
    Step 5

  6. Finish with the salmon

    • Lay the salmon back on top of the pasta.
    • Add a good squeeze of lemon juice.
    • Cover and let it cook for about another minute or so, then it's ready to enjoy.
    Step 6
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