Description
A delightful recipe for creamy salmon spinach pasta that combines rich flavors and textures for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cooked salmon, flaked (about 1 can or 1 small fillet)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the flaked salmon and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Remove from heat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating sun-dried tomatoes or capers into the dish.
- Substitute the salmon with cooked shrimp or chicken for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg