Hamdi Saidani This Joanna Gaines Salmon And Orzo Recipe is really one of the best one-pan orzo with baked salmon ever. This Joanna Gaines Dinner recipe is a combination of cooked orzo, which is made with lemon zest, pine nuts, and feta cheese, and baked salmon seasoned with paprika, garlic salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Note: This recipe is a combination between Weeknight Salmon and Lemon Orzo from the Magnolia Cookbook by Joanna Gaines.
Lemon Orzo Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
How To Cook Lemon Orzo
- Boil Water: Start by boiling salted water in a pot for the orzo.
- Cook Orzo: Add the orzo to the boiling water and cook according to package directions. Drain well.
- Mix Ingredients: Transfer the cooked orzo to a large bowl. Add pine nuts, butter, parsley, and lemon zest.
- Stir: Mix all the ingredients well until combined.
- Add Feta: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with olive oil if desired.
Baked Salmon Ingredients
- 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 8 ounces each)
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
How To Bake Salmon
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F and position the rack in the middle.
- Prepare Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, mix black pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic salt, and kosher salt.
- Prep the Salmon: Make two 1-inch long and 1/4-inch deep cuts on the flesh side of each salmon fillet. Place them on a baking sheet, skin side down.
- Season and Oil: Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and sprinkle the seasoning mix. Squeeze half a lemon over the salmon.
- Bake and Rest: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
How To Serve Salmon And Orzo
To serve salmon and orzo simply place a generous scoop of the lemon-flavored orzo on each plate, and then lay a freshly baked salmon fillet right on top. Garnish the ensemble with sprigs of fresh dill, parsley, and a lemon wedge for that extra zing.
You can also serve them with a side of steamed asparagus or a light garden salad for a complete healthy meal.
Storing Leftovers
To store leftovers of this dish, place the cooked salmon and orzo in separate airtight containers. Refrigerate the salmon for up to 3 days and the orzo for up to 5 days.
When you’re ready to enjoy it again, simply reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Try More Joanna Gaines Dinner Recipes:
- Chicken Noodle Soup
- Mexican Rice
- Country Potato Soup
- Beef Enchiladas
- Jalapeño Cornbread
- Chicken And Dumplings
Joanna Gaines Salmon And Orzo Recipe
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This Joanna Gaines Salmon And Orzo Recipe is really one of the best one-pan orzo with baked salmon ever. This Joanna Gaines Dinner recipe is a combination of cooked orzo, which is made with lemon zest, pine nuts, and feta cheese, and baked salmon seasoned with paprika, garlic salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Joanna Gaines Salmon And Orzo Ingredients
Lemon Orzo Ingredients:
Baked Salmon Ingredients:
How To Make Joanna Gaines Salmon And Orzo
- Boil Water: Start by boiling salted water in a pot for the orzo.
- Cook Orzo: Add the orzo to the boiling water and cook according to package directions. Drain well.
- Mix Ingredients: Transfer the cooked orzo to a large bowl. Add pine nuts, butter, parsley, and lemon zest.
- Stir: Mix all the ingredients well until combined.
- Add Feta: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with olive oil if desired.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F and position the rack in the middle.
- Prepare Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, mix black pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic salt, and kosher salt.
- Prep the Salmon: Make two 1-inch long and 1/4-inch deep cuts on the flesh side of each salmon fillet. Place them on a baking sheet, skin side down.
- Season and Oil: Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and sprinkle the seasoning mix. Squeeze half a lemon over the salmon.
- Bake and Rest: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
