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Creamy Salmon and Spinach Pasta: A Flavorful Delight!

A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring salmon and 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
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 8 ounces cooked salmon flaked
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the flaked salmon to the skillet and gently mix it with the spinach.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
  8. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • You can also add cherry tomatoes or peas for extra color and flavor.
  • For a spicy kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes into the sauce while cooking.

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