Description
Creamy Spinach Pasta with Smoked Salmon is a delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of creamy sauce and smoky salmon, creating an irresistible meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 3 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- 4 oz high-quality smoked salmon (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice; stir gently until combined.
- Add cooked pasta and smoked salmon to the skillet, tossing gently to coat with sauce.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 390g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg