Description
Indulge in the comforting richness of Salmon Fettuccine Creamy Alfredo, a dish that brings together tender salmon and creamy, garlicky fettuccine for a delightful dining experience. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into an elegant meal perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With the lusciousness of heavy cream and the sharpness of freshly grated parmesan, every bite is a warm embrace.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 skinless salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop garlic finely and pat the salmon dry; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Fettuccine: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook fettuccine until al dente, according to package instructions.
- Sear the Salmon: In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Sear salmon for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: Remove salmon; sauté garlic in the same pan. Add heavy cream, stirring until slightly thickened.
- Add Cheese: Gradually stir in parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Combine: Toss cooked fettuccine with the sauce and flaked salmon until well-coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg