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Salmon atop Creamy Orzotto

with spring vegetables

Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 3 days

Contains: Fish (Salmon), Milk, Wheat

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  • Pescatarian
    Over 30g protein

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • Info
    12 oz. Salmon Fillets
  • Info
    10 oz. Cooked Orzo
  • Info
    4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
  • 1 Zucchini
  • 1 Roma Tomato
  • Info
    2 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • Info
    1 oz. Basil Pesto Butter
  • Info
    2 Tbsp. Italian Panko Blend
  • 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
  • ½ tsp. Garlic and Parsley Seasoning
Contains: Artificial Colors
Food intolerance information

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    970
  • Carbohydrates
    58g
  • Net Carbs
    53g
  • Fat
    56g
  • Protein
    57g
  • Sodium
    1820mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Plate

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.

  • If using filets mignon, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.

  1. 1

    Toast the Panko

    Line a plate with a paper towel.

    Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.

    Add panko to hot pan. Stir occasionally until golden-brown and toasted, 1-2 minutes.

    Transfer panko to towel-lined plate. Wipe pan clean and keep over medium heat. Pan will be hot! Use caution.

  2. 2

    Cook the Salmon

    Pat salmon dry. Season flesh side with garlic and parsley seasoning and 1/4 tsp. salt.

    Add 2 tsp. olive oil and salmon, skin-side up, to hot pan. Sear until golden-brown and salmon reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 4-6 minutes per side.

    Remove from burner.

    While salmon cooks, continue recipe.

  3. 3

    Cook the Zucchini

    Trim zucchini ends, quarter, and cut into 1/2" dice. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted.

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add zucchini and a pinch of pepper to hot pan. Stir occasionally until tender, 3-5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Orzo and Sauce and Finish Dish

    Core tomato and cut into 1/4" dice.

    Add tomatoes, butter, cream base, 1/4 cup water, garlic salt, and orzo to hot pan with zucchini. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

    Once simmering, stir in half the cheese (reserve remaining for garnish) until combined and orzo is slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes.

    If sauce is too thick, add additional water, 1 tsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

    Remove from burner.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping orzo with remaining cheese and toasted panko. Bon appétit!

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