Description
Indulge in a creamy bowl of creamed corn orzo paired with flaky salmon, creating an unforgettable dining experience. This dish marries vibrant flavors and textures, making it perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests at special occasions. With sweet corn and rich cream enveloping tender orzo, each bite is a celebration of comfort food that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 2 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or basil), chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping herbs and setting aside the salmon.
- Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8–10 minutes; drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter; add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in sweet corn and cook for 3–4 minutes until bright yellow.
- Mix in heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Combine cooked orzo and Parmesan cheese into the skillet; place salmon on top, cover, and cook for another 5–7 minutes until salmon is flaky.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 plate (340g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg