Tuscan Salmon with Rosemary Orzo
Tuscan Salmon with Rosemary Orzo might be just the main course you are searching for. This dairy free and pescatarian recipe serves 4. One serving contains 438 calories, 36g of protein, and 13g of fat. If you have pepper, garlic, orzo, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the fresh rosemary you could follow this main course with the Vanilla Yogurt with Grape and Blueberry Compote with Honey and Fresh Rosemary: An Easy Breakfast or Dessert as a dessert.
Instructions
Cook orzo as directed on package until al dente.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook 1/2 cup onion and rosemary until onion softens, 9 minutes.
Combine with orzo in a bowl. Season salmon with 1 tablespoon basil, salt and pepper.
Heat same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon until golden, 5 minutes per side, flesh side down first; set aside. add garlic and remaining 1 cup onion to skillet; cook until soft, 2 minutes.
Add tomatoes and olives; cook until tomatoes break up, 3 minutes.
Remove skillet from heat; stir in parsley and remaining 1/4 cup basil. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve fish over orzo; top with tomato mixture.
Recommended wine: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc
Salmon works really well with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Sauvignon Blanc. To decide on white or red, you should consider your seasoning and sauces. Chardonnay is a great friend to buttery, creamy dishes, while sauvignon blanc can complement herb or citrus-centric dishes. A light-bodied, low-tannin red such as the pinot noir goes great with broiled or grilled salmon. The Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Chardonnay Wine with a 5 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 18 dollars per bottle.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Chardonnay Wine
"Our Indian Wells Chardonnay delivers an appealing tropical fruit character typical of warm sites like the Wahluke Slope. I like this Chardonnay's ripe pineapple and butterscotch flavors and rich, creamy texture. Try it with Scallops, scampi or pasta with rich sauces." - Bob Bertheau