Creamy Salmon and Asparagus Orzo

This creamy salmon and asparagus orzo is a flavorful, nutritious meal ready in just 30 minutes. Packed with protein-rich salmon, vitamin-filled asparagus and peas, and delicious orzo, it's a crowd-pleaser that's easy to customize. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!

Ingredients

1 cup orzo, uncooked

0.25 cup shallos, chopped

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 cups low sodium chicken broth

0.75 cup low fat coconut milk

1 bundle asparags, diced

1 cup frozen peas

2 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp italian seasoning

4 pieces of salmon

salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a medium pan, over medium heat, toast orzo for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently until very light brown.

Add oil and shallot and stir until combined. Add the broth, coconut milk, asparagus, peas, salt, pepper and 1 tsp garlic powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer, covered, for 10-12 minutes. Stir every few minutes to prevent sticking to the pan

Heating a frying pan over medium heat. Season both sides of the salmon with oil, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Place salmon skin side down and sear for 3-4 minutes. It does not need to be fully cooked, it will finish cooking in the orzo.

Add lemon juice to the orzo and stir. Then, add salmon filets and cover, let cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until the fish flakes and the orzo is cooked. Serve with freshly sliced lemons and enjoy!

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