Orzo Salmon Salad Recipe

Name: Orzo Salmon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 salmon, portions; 4 cups cooked orzo pasta, cooled; 2 cups chopped cucumbers; 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes; 2 tablespoons capers, drained; 3 cups coarsely chopped Baby Spinach; 1/3 lb havarti cheese, cubed; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 5 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon lime zest; 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

4 salmon, portions
4 cups cooked orzo pasta, cooled
2 cups chopped cucumbers
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
2 tablespoons capers, drained
3 cups coarsely chopped Baby Spinach
1/3 lb havarti cheese, cubed
1/3 cup vegetable oil
5 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon lime zest
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper, to taste

1
In a sealable container, add the oil, lime juice, zest and seasonings. Shake well and set aside.
2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
3
On a non stick baking sheet, place the salmon portions.
4
Baste the fish with some of the dressing.
5
Place in heated oven and bake approximately 15-20 minutes.
6
or until fish flakes.
7
Meanwhile, put all the remaining ingredients (except the spinach) in a large bowl.
8
Add the rest of the dressing and mix well.
9
When fish is done, add the spinach to the salad and toss.
10
Divide the salad among 4 plates and place a salmon portion on top of each serving.

1482

kcal

Calories

Fat

191

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 salmon, portions, 4 cups cooked orzo pasta, cooled, 2 cups chopped cucumbers, 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Orzo Salmon Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Orzo Salmon Salad

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