Creamy Salmon on Pasta
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Salmon on Pasta recipe, a luscious blend of tender, flaky salmon and al dente pasta tossed in a rich, velvety Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a quick yet elegant weeknight dinner, this dish features simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like garlic, heavy cream, and lemon juice that come together in just 30 minutes. The golden-seared salmon adds a delightful depth of flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh dill and a hint of citrus brightness elevate each bite. Whether you choose fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and leave everyone begging for seconds. Serve it with a crisp side salad or crusty bread for a restaurant-worthy experience at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Salmon fillet (skinless)
- 300 grams Pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 units Garlic cloves (minced)
- 240 milliliters Heavy cream
- 60 grams Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 liters Water (for boiling pasta)
- 2 teaspoons Salt (for boiling pasta)
Instructions
Bring 4 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 2 teaspoons of salt and the pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Season both sides with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside to rest.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the creamy sauce.
Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add it to the pasta. Toss lightly to combine.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped dill. Optionally, sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2729 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.9 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.6 g | 428% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 594 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 7992 mg | 347% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 142.3 g | 285% | |
| Vitamin D | 37.0 mcg | 185% | |
| Calcium | 768 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1562 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
