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Amanda Smith

Creamy Salmon Spinach Pasta: Easy Recipe You’ll Love

A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring salmon and fresh spinach, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound salmon fillet skin removed
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the salmon fillet with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Add the salmon to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and flake into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and flaked salmon to the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired sauce consistency. Adjust seasoning with remaining salt if necessary.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • You can also add cherry tomatoes for a burst of flavor and color.
  • If you prefer a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.

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