Baked Salmon With Lemony Orzo And Basil-Bacon Peas
Moist and delicious it makes a great side dish with chicken, fish or any grilled meat.
Recipe Summary Baked Salmon With Lemony Orzo And Basil-Bacon Peas
Orzo, lemon, basil, bacon, peas, and baked sockeye salmon come together to make a quick and easy weeknight pasta dish for the whole family.
Ingredients | Orzo Pasta Recipes Vegan1 cup orzo2 teaspoons garlic powder5 large basil leaves, thinly sliced, divided2 teaspoons sea salt, divided1 (1 1/2 pound) skin-on, sockeye salmon¼ cup butter, melted, divided3 slices bacon, chopped1 (16 ounce) package frozen peasfreshly ground black pepper to taste2 lemons, juiced, dividedDirectionsPreheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper.Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain.Mix garlic powder, 4 leaves basil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt together in a small bowl.Place salmon skin side-down on the prepared pan. Brush with 1 tablespoon butter; sprinkle garlic-basil mixture on top.Bake in the preheated oven until salmon flakes easily with a fork, about 8 minutes. Remove and let rest.Place bacon in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook, stirring often, until crispy, about 4 minutes. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and peas. Season with pepper. Cook and stir until peas are heated through, 3 to 4 minutes.Whisk remaining 3 tablespoons butter, juice from 1 lemon, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt together in a bowl. Pour over the cooked orzo and toss to coat. Season with pepper.Divide orzo among 4 plates; top with salmon and place peas on the side. Garnish with the remaining basil. Drizzle remaining lemon juice on top.Info | Orzo Pasta Recipes Veganprep:
20 mins
cook:
30 mins
total:
50 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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