Pasta with Salmon and Mascarpone
Indulge in the creamy and elegant flavors of Pasta with Salmon and Mascarpone, a quick and impressive dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender pasta coated in a luscious mascarpone cheese sauce, paired with flaky seared salmon for a protein-packed meal that feels indulgent yet light. Accented by bright notes of lemon zest and juice, fresh dill, and a touch of Parmesan, it’s a harmonious balance of richness and freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Italian-inspired creation is an effortless crowd-pleaser that’s as comforting as it is gourmet. Serve it with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine for a restaurant-quality experience at home. Keywords: pasta with salmon, mascarpone sauce, creamy salmon pasta recipe, quick weeknight dinner, Italian pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (e.g., penne or fettuccine)
- 250 grams Salmon fillet (skinless)
- 150 grams Mascarpone cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 liters Water (for boiling pasta)
- 1 tablespoon Salt (for pasta water)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining, and set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Season the salmon fillet with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Place the salmon in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and flaky. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
In the same skillet, lower the heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Add the mascarpone cheese to the skillet, stirring gently until melted and creamy.
Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and return it to the skillet. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped dill. Stir to combine.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and season with the remaining salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.6 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.3 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 391 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 9605 mg | 418% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 96.9 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 23.1 mcg | 116% | |
| Calcium | 627 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*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.
