Description

Indulge in a creamy and flavorful Salmon Spinach Pasta Dish that’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions. This delightful recipe combines fresh salmon and vibrant spinach with a rich, creamy sauce, making it not only delicious but also nutritious. The dish is versatile, allowing you to customize the pasta type and adjust the creaminess to suit your taste. With its impressive presentation and easy preparation, it’s sure to impress family and guests alike.

Ingredients

Scale

8 ounces fettuccine or linguine
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound fresh salmon fillet, skin removed
4 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and some lemon juice; cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until flaky. Remove and flake the salmon.
Sauté garlic in the same skillet for 30 seconds, then add spinach until wilted.
Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until combined. Add lemon zest, juice, and optional red pepper flakes; simmer briefly.
Toss the drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
Gently fold in flaked salmon and serve garnished with parsley.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
Calories: 620
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For a lighter dish, substitute half of the heavy cream with vegetable broth. Customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for more color and nutrients.