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Creamy Lemon Orzowith Pistachio‑Crusted Salmon

Recipe by Yarin Danieli on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A bright, lemon‑infused orzo pairs perfectly with a nutty pistachio‑crusted salmon, creating a quick yet elegant weeknight dinner that feels special.

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Creamy Lemon Orzo with Pistachio‑Crusted Salmon by Yarin Danieli, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Chop pistachios on a wooden cutting board.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Pistachios are chopped. Keep the pieces similar in size for an even crust.

  2. Add olive oil to a bowl containing the chopped pistachios, herbs, and salt.

  3. Place a salmon fillet on top of lemon slices in a baking dish.

  4. Stir rice in a pan with a wooden spoon.

  5. Pour a white liquid into the rice mixture.

  6. Plate the finished creamy rice dish.

Tips while you cook

Prep pistachios first
Chop the pistachios before adding them to the oil.
Stir orzo before liquid
Use a wooden spoon to stir the orzo in the pan before pouring in the white liquid.
Arrange salmon on lemon
Place the salmon fillet on top of lemon slices in the baking dish.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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