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Air Fryer Tuscan Spiced Salmon with Creamy Orzo and Spinach

Air Fryer Tuscan Spiced Salmon with Creamy Orzo and Spinach

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 C marinara (your favorite)
  • 3 tablespoons Tuscan Experience Spice Blend
  • 1/3 C Heavy cream
  • 2 to 4 (4- to 5-ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 3 to 4 C fresh baby spinach leaves
  • Salt, to taste, for water
  • 2 ¼ C water

 Instructions:

  1. Add salt and 1 T olive oil to 2¼ cups water; bring to a boil and cook according to package directions until the orzo is al dente.
  2.  Take 2 tablespoon oil, add to a large sauté pan, over medium heat add onions, 2 T Tuscan Experience spice cook until tender (3 to 5 minutes). Add cooked orzo mixing thoroughly.
  3.  Add marinara sauce, simmer for 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Fold in heavy cream and add spinach, cover with lid for 2 to 3 minutes or until spinach is wilted.
  5.  While sauce is simmering, season salmon filets with Tuscan Experience Spice Blend. Coat evenly and place into Air Fryer at 400 F for 7 to 10 minutes.
  6.  Top the creamy orzo and top with salmon.

Enjoy!