Ingredients
– 1 pound salmon fillets
– 1 cup orzo pasta
– 2 cups vegetable broth
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup spinach, fresh
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– ½ cup heavy cream
– 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Olive oil, for drizzling
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating the Tuscan Salmon Orzo Bake can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Set aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add Tomatoes and Spinach: Add the halved cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Cook the Orzo: Stir in the orzo, vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Mix in Cream: Once the orzo is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed, stir in the heavy cream and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
7. Add Salmon: Place the seasoned salmon fillets on top of the orzo mixture in the skillet. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the salmon.
8. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
9. Garnish: Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Following these steps will guide you in creating this incredible Tuscan Salmon Orzo Bake effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 35g