Easy Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe
A delightful and easy creamy salmon pasta recipe that combines succulent salmon with a smooth and luscious cream sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. Ideal for a quick and delicious meal.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz salmon fillet skinless, cut into chunks
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta uncooked
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 0.5 tsp salt to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add salmon chunks and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
- Add lemon zest, salt, and pepper to the sauce and stir to combine.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy salmon sauce and mix until pasta is well coated.
- Garnish with chopped fresh dill before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg