Description
Creamy salmon pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender salmon fillets with a rich, velvety sauce that envelops fettuccine or linguine. This dish is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. With aromatic garlic, fresh spinach, and a hint of lemon, each bite promises satisfaction and warmth. Impress your guests or enjoy a cozy meal at home with this delightful recipe that’s sure to steal the spotlight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillets, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter or heat olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add diced salmon to the skillet; cook until opaque and flakes easily (4-5 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and stir gently; add lemon juice and simmer until slightly thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in fresh spinach and herbs until wilted (1-2 minutes).
- Mix cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese into the skillet until well-coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg