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Seared Salmon Orzo

with capers and sun-dried tomato pesto

Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Mild

Cook Within: 3 days

Contains: Fish (Salmon), Milk, Wheat

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
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  • Pescatarian
  • Protein-Packed

Giada De Laurentiis has crafted elevated, everyday meals that make your weeknight dinners so much better. Based on some of her favorite Italian flavors, Giada’s recipes offer a casual, quality dinner that feels familiar, yet completely unique.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 12 oz. Skin-on Salmon Fillets
  • 10 oz. Cooked Orzo
  • 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
  • 2 oz. Baby Spinach
  • 1 oz. Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
  • ¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
  • ¼ oz. Parsley
  • ¼ oz. Capers
  • 1 tsp. Onion Salt
  • ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes

Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.

  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    790
  • Carbohydrates
    51g
  • Net Carbs
    46g
  • Fat
    44g
  • Protein
    45g
  • Sodium
    1540mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Pepper
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • 1 Microwave
  • 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 or sirloin steaks, 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

    Cook the Salmon

    Pat salmon dry and season flesh side with a pinch of salt and pepper.

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

    Add salmon, skin-side down first, and cook until fish reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 4-6 minutes per side.

    Transfer to a plate. Wipe pan clean and return to medium heat.

    While salmon cooks, continue recipe.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Drain capers.

    Halve tomatoes. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions.

    Coarsely chop parsley, leaves and stems.

  3. 3

    Make the Tomato Mixture

    Add 2 tsp. olive oil to hot pan used to cook salmon.

    Add capers, tomatoes, half the onion salt (reserve remaining for orzo), and half the red pepper flakes (to taste; reserve remaining for garnish). Stir occasionally until tomatoes release their juices, 3-5 minutes.

    Add pesto and stir until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.

    Add 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer.

    Once simmering, add spinach and stir until wilted, 30-45 seconds.

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

    Remove from burner. Stir in half the parsley (reserve remaining for garnish) until combined.

  4. 4

    Heat Orzo and Finish Dish

    Place orzo, remaining onion salt, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover with a damp paper towel.

    Microwave covered until butter melts and orzo is heated through, 2-3 minutes.

    Carefully remove from microwave.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping orzo with salmon and tomato mixture. Garnish dish with remaining parsley and remaining red pepper flakes (to taste). Bon appétit!

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