Creamy Salmon Pasta
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dish with this Creamy Salmon Pasta recipe, a delightful blend of tender baked salmon, perfectly cooked penne, and a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. This easy-to-make dish is brightened with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and balanced with the addition of vibrant spinach, making it as wholesome as it is flavorful. Topped with a sprinkle of fragrant dill, every bite is a harmonious mix of creamy, zesty, and savory goodness. Ready in just over 30 minutes, this pasta is perfect for a quick yet elegant weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests. Serve it with a side of crusty bread and a crisp white wine to complete this irresistible experience! Keywords: creamy salmon pasta, quick pasta recipe, salmon dinner ideas, garlic Parmesan sauce, weeknight recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams salmon fillet
- 300 grams penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 200 milliliters heavy cream
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 unit lemon
- 100 grams fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
Instructions
Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Place the salmon fillet on the prepared tray, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.
In the meantime, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Once the salmon is cooked, flake it into large chunks and add it to the sauce in the skillet.
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the skillet and stir in the fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach is wilted.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat with the creamy sauce and salmon.
Chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the pasta. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Divide the pasta among plates, garnish with extra Parmesan and dill if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.9 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.5 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 4534 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.6 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 162.9 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 54.8 mcg | 274% | |
| Calcium | 731 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 2565 mg | 55% | |
*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.
