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Creamy Salmon Pasta: A Decadent Dinner Delight!

A rich and creamy salmon pasta dish that is perfect for a decadent dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 ounces fresh or canned salmon drained and flaked
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup spinach fresh or frozen
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. Cook the fettuccine or spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the flaked salmon and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to warm through.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the spinach and lemon juice, cooking until the spinach is wilted (if using fresh) or heated through (if using frozen).
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce, mixing well to coat.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and fresh dill, if using. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Add cherry tomatoes or asparagus for extra flavor and nutrition.

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