Description
Creamed Corn Orzo with Salmon is a delightful dish that combines creamy orzo pasta with tender salmon, making it perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests. This one-pot meal bursts with flavor from fresh garlic, vibrant spinach, and a hint of lemon, creating a comforting yet elegant dining experience. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining friends, this recipe will have everyone raving!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) creamed corn
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook orzo until al dente (8-10 minutes). Stir occasionally.
- Prepare the salmon: Season salmon with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and cook salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Sauté garlic and spinach: In another pan, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds before adding spinach until wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Combine ingredients: Mix in creamed corn with sautéed garlic and spinach, then stir in cooked orzo and parmesan cheese for about 1-2 minutes.
- Finish: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg