Creamy Salmon Pasta
Creamy Salmon Pasta is a luxurious dish that brings together silky pasta, tender salmon, and a rich, buttery sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe transforms weeknight dinners into a special occasion with its delightful flavors and vibrant colors. Perfect for family meals or dinner parties, this creamy delight will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 2 skinless fresh salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season salmon with salt and pepper, cooking skin-side down for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and flaky. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and stir gently as it simmers. Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese until melted; if too thick, add reserved pasta water.
- Break salmon into bite-sized pieces and return to the skillet along with cooked pasta and spinach. Toss gently to combine.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the dish before serving; adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute shrimp for salmon or incorporate fresh herbs like dill. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove with a splash of cream.