Description
Indulgent creamy salmon pasta delivers Italian coastal charm with silky sauce and flaky fish. Rich ingredients and simple techniques promise a restaurant-quality meal you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 8 ounces (226 grams) pasta (linguine or fettuccine)
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper. Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Transfer salmon to a plate, allow to cool slightly, then gently break into flakes using a fork.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt butter. Add minced garlic, sautéing until aromatic and translucent.
- Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet. Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Incorporate lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and additional seasoning. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to develop flavors.
- Gently fold cooked pasta and salmon flakes into the creamy sauce, ensuring everything is evenly coated and heated through.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish for a vibrant finish. Serve immediately while warm and creamy.
Notes
- Swap out heavy cream for Greek yogurt or coconut milk to create a lighter, lower-fat version that still maintains rich, creamy texture.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a celiac-friendly meal without compromising taste or overall recipe quality.
- Pat salmon dry before cooking to ensure a crispy exterior and prevent steaming, which helps develop deeper flavor and perfect golden-brown crust.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like dill or chives instead of parsley to customize the dish’s aromatic profile and personal preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 720 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg