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Easy Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Lemon Feta Orzo

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A quick and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired baked salmon dish served over lemon feta orzo, perfect for a healthy and fuss-free dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each), skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta (about 175 g)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth (480 ml / 2 cups)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 75 g)
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease your baking dish with a little olive oil or butter to prevent sticking.
  2. In the baking dish, spread the orzo evenly. Add the minced garlic and butter pieces scattered on top. Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over it and sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper. Give it a gentle stir to combine everything.
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on top of the orzo. Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon and sprinkle with dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Lay thin lemon slices over each fillet.
  4. Bake for about 20-25 minutes until the orzo is tender and the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Add a couple more minutes if fillets are thicker.
  5. Remove the dish from the oven. Immediately zest the lemon over the top and squeeze the juice evenly across the salmon and orzo. Sprinkle the crumbled feta and chopped parsley all over.
  6. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and the orzo to soak up remaining juices.

Notes

For extra crisp salmon skin, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning. Use even-sized salmon fillets for uniform cooking. If dairy-free, omit feta or substitute with firm tofu or nutritional yeast. Gluten-free pasta or quinoa can replace orzo for gluten-free option. Let dish rest after baking for best flavor.

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Keywords: baked salmon, Mediterranean, lemon feta orzo, easy dinner, healthy salmon recipe, weeknight meal

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