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Southwestern Salmon and Orzo made with black beans, corn, red bell peppers, and Marie's Market Reserve Southwest Style Ranch Dressing in a large pan

Pan Seared Southwestern Salmon & Orzo

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Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces salmon approx. 4-5oz each
  • 4 Tbsp. Marie’s Market Reserve Southwest Style Ranch Dressing
  • 16 oz orzo pasta
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper diced
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro minced, plus more for garnish
  • 1 cup black beans drained
  • 3 Tbsp. oil
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt/pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare orzo per package directions. Drain and set aside. Season both sides of the salmon with 2 Tbsp. of Marie’s Market Reserve Southwest Style Ranch Dressing.
  • Add 2 Tbsp. of oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the salmon, skin side down, in the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until the sides are brown. Using a spatula, turn the fillets over. Cook for an additional 3 minutes or until the salmon reaches your desired doneness. Remove the fillets from the pan and set aside.
  • Add 1 Tbsp. of oil to the skillet along with the chopped bell peppers, cilantro, black beans, and cook for 3 minutes. Add in orzo, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, water, and 2 Tbsp. of Marie’s Market Reserve Southwest Style Ranch Dressing. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Return the salmon fillets to the pan and place on top of the orzo.
  • Garnish with additional cilantro, if desired, and serve.
  • Enjoy!