Creating the Light Italian One Pot Salmon & Orzo is a breeze if you follow these simple steps:

1. Heat Oil: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sear Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Add them to the pot and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the salmon and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add Orzo: Stir in the orzo, allowing it to toast for about 1 minute.
5. Add Broth and Herbs: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, cherry tomatoes, oregano, and basil. Bring to a boil.
6. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the orzo is al dente, stirring occasionally.
7. Return Salmon: Gently place the seared salmon fillets back into the pot, spooning some of the broth over them. Cover and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
8. Finish with Lemon: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest.
9. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

These straightforward steps will guide you to create this amazing dish with ease.