Salmon Orzo Salad and Cheesy Herb Muffins Recipe

Name: Salmon Orzo Salad and Cheesy Herb Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup three cheese Italian salad dressing; ½ cup plain yogurt; ¼ cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons milk; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 (16 ounce) package orzo pasta; 1 -2 cooked salmon fillets or 1 -2 steak; 2 cups grape tomatoes; 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup diced havarti cheese or 1 cup muenster cheese; 1 cup frozen baby peas; ¼ cup minced onion; ¼ cup minced parsley; 2 teaspoons dill seeds; 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme; 2 teaspoons minced garlic cloves; ½ cup flour; ½ cup whole wheat flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon dill weed; ⅛ teaspoon white pepper; ⅓ cup butter; 1 cup diced havarti cheese; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 egg; 1 cup buttermilk

Servings: persons

½ cup three cheese Italian salad dressing
½ cup plain yogurt
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons milk
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (16 ounce) package orzo pasta
1 -2 cooked salmon fillets or 1 -2 steak
2 cups grape tomatoes
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup diced havarti cheese or 1 cup muenster cheese
1 cup frozen baby peas
¼ cup minced onion
¼ cup minced parsley
2 teaspoons dill seeds
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
2 teaspoons minced garlic cloves
½ cup flour
½ cup whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dill weed
⅛ teaspoon white pepper
⅓ cup butter
1 cup diced havarti cheese
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 cup buttermilk

1
SALMON ORZO SALAD:.
2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
3
In large bowl, combine salad dressing, yogurt, mayonnaise, milk, and Parmesan cheese and mix well.
4
Flake salmon and add to dressing mixture along with tomatoes, bell peppers, and cheese and stir gently.
5
Top with peas; do not stir.
6
Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
7
Drain and add to salad in bowl; stir gently to combine.
8
Cover and chill for 2-3 hours to blend flavors before serving.
9
CHEESY HERBED MUFFINS:.
10
Preheat oven to 400F Grease 12 muffin cups with unsalted butter and set aside.
11
Combine onion, parsley, dill seed, thyme, and garlic in small bowls; set aside.
12
In large bowl, combine flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and dill weed and mix until blended; there will be a few lumps.
13
Fill prepared muffin cups 3/4 full.
14
Sprinkle each muffin with the onion mixture and lightly press into batter.
15
Bake muffins at 400F for 17-22 minutes or until muffins are firm and light golden brown.
16
Cool 1 minute in pan, then remove from pans and cool for 30 minutes on wire racks; serve warm.
17
12 muffins.
18
To reheat in the microwave, place muffins on a microwave-safe plate and cover with microwave-safe paper towel.
19
Microwave on HIGH for 10-15 seconds per muffins; let stand 1 minute, then serve.

1427

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 30 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup three cheese Italian salad dressing, ½ cup plain yogurt, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons milk, and more.

Yes, Salmon Orzo Salad and Cheesy Herb Muffins 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salmon Orzo Salad and Cheesy Herb Muffins

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Variations & substitutions

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