Description

Make a picture perfect meal that is fresh and tasty too. Salmon and orzo pasta are paired together in this wonderful summertime salad.

Ingredients

• 1 c. orzo pasta
• 2 T. oil
• 4 fresh ears of corn, corn cut from the cob
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Vinaigrette:
• ½ c. olive oil
• 1 T. pepperoncini juice
• 3 T. red wine vinegar
• zest of 1 large lemon
• freshly squeezed juice from 1 large lemon
• ¼ of a red onion, chopped
• 2 t. salt
• 2 t. freshly ground pepper
• 2 c. mixed grape and cherry tomatoes, halved
• 4 pepperoncini, sliced
• ¼ c. fresh basil, chopped, plus more for garnish
• 2 T. parsley, chopped
• 4 - six oz. each wild caught salmon filets
• 1 T. olive oil
• salt and pepper, to taste
• dry Sriracha seasoning, or your favorite seasoning for salmon

Steps

1. Cook orzo according to package directions; rinse in cold water; drain.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add 2 T. olive oil, corn kernels and garlic. Saute 3-4 minutes; set aside to cool.
3. Vinaigrette: