Baked Halibut with Orzo, Spinach, and Cherry Tomatoes

Baked Halibut with Orzo, Spinach, and Cherry Tomatoes
Baked Halibut with Orzo, Spinach, and Cherry Tomatoes
Kristi Parnell of San Marcos, California, writes: "Whether I'm cooking for my family or for company, I like to keep my recipes healthy by using lots of fresh fish and vegetables. The baked halibut here has become a weeknight staple."
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  • Served Person: Makes 2 servings
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  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
  • Carbohydrate 45 g(15%)
  • Cholesterol 90 mg(30%)
  • Fat 31 g(47%)
  • Fiber 3 g(13%)
  • Protein 43 g(85%)
  • Saturated Fat 4 g(22%)
  • Sodium 150 mg(6%)
  • Calories 627

Preparation Preheat oven to 425°F. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil and lemon juice in bowl; season dressing with salt and pepper. Place halibut on rimmed baking sheet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle with some of dressing. Bake until just opaque in center, about 12 minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite; drain. Add 2 tablespoons oil and garlic to same saucepan; sauté over medium heat 1 minute. Add drained pasta, spinach, and tomatoes; stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 1 minute (spinach will wilt). Divide pasta between 2 plates. Top with halibut and remaining dressing.

Preparation Preheat oven to 425°F. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil and lemon juice in bowl; season dressing with salt and pepper. Place halibut on rimmed baking sheet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle with some of dressing. Bake until just opaque in center, about 12 minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite; drain. Add 2 tablespoons oil and garlic to same saucepan; sauté over medium heat 1 minute. Add drained pasta, spinach, and tomatoes; stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 1 minute (spinach will wilt). Divide pasta between 2 plates. Top with halibut and remaining dressing.