Description
Indulgent Creamy Salmon Pasta brings Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table with luxurious salmon and silky sauce. Rich ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a restaurant-quality meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets (skinless)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Cooking Liquids and Fats:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup pasta water (reserved)
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in salted water until perfectly al dente, carefully preserving a portion of the starchy cooking liquid for later use. Once cooked, strain and set aside.
- Delicately season the salmon fillet with a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground pepper. Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and gently cook the salmon for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side until it reaches a beautiful golden hue and is thoroughly cooked through. Transfer the salmon to a plate and tenderly break into rustic chunks.
- Using the same skillet, melt butter until it becomes fragrant. Introduce finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing them until they transform into a soft, translucent mixture with delicate aromatics.
- Pour in rich heavy cream, generously grated Parmesan cheese, vibrant lemon zest, and a splash of fresh lemon juice. Allow the mixture to simmer gently, gradually thickening and developing a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Combine the prepared pasta with the flaked salmon pieces, then gently fold the entire mixture into the creamy sauce. If needed, introduce some reserved pasta water to achieve a perfectly smooth and silky texture that coats every ingredient beautifully.
- Finish the dish by scattering freshly chopped parsley across the top, creating a bright and inviting presentation. Serve immediately while the pasta remains piping hot and the sauce maintains its creamy allure.
Notes
- Ensure salmon is fresh and of high quality for the best flavor and texture in the dish.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent salmon from sticking and breaking apart during cooking.
- Adjust cream sauce consistency by adding reserved pasta water gradually for desired creaminess.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or half-and-half to reduce calories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg