Description
Creamy salmon pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender fettuccine with rich, velvety sauce and succulent salmon. Infused with garlic and brightened by fresh lemon juice, this recipe promises to transport you to an Italian trattoria with every bite. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, it’s a meal that brings loved ones together and creates cherished memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 skinless salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and flake into bite-sized pieces.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Deglaze with lemon juice.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring until slightly thickened (3-5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked pasta and flaked salmon into the sauce until well-coated.
- Stir in dill and Parmesan cheese. Serve hot, topped with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap in whole wheat pasta or add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition. Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency as needed.