Quick, simple, and delicious. I make this often and have served it to guests with happy results. I've also passed the recipe on to others and they love it too.
Salmon Scallopini with Almond Orzo
Leigh Beisch
Yield: Serves 2 (serving size: 1 cup orzo, 3 pieces salmon, 1 tablespoon almonds)
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Nutritional Information
Amount per serving
- Calories: 369
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated fat: 7g
- Monounsaturated fat: 7g
- Polyunsaturated fat: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Carbohydrate: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Cholesterol: 71mg
- Iron: 1mg
- Sodium: 543mg
- Calcium: 39mg
Ingredients
- Orzo
- Butter
- Sliced almonds
- 1 (7-ounce) salmon fillet, cut into 1/4-inch-wide slices
- Lemon juice
- Drained capers
Preparation
- Cook 1/2 cup orzo according to package directions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup liquid. Melt 1 teaspoon butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Brown 2 tablespoons almonds; set aside. Season salmon with salt and pepper. Sauté on both sides until done. Divide orzo and salmon between 2 plates. Add reserved liquid to skillet with 2 tablespoons juice and 1 tablespoon capers. Bring to a boil. Stir in 3 teaspoons butter and almonds. Spoon over plates.
Salmon Scallopini with Almond Orzo Recipe at a Glance
- COURSE: Main Dishes
- CONVENIENCE: Entertaining, Quick/Easy
- CUISINE: American, Pacific Northwest
- MAIN INGREDIENT: Fish
- OCCASION: Father's Day, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Birthdays/Anniversaries
- PUBLICATION: Health
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