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Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine

Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine That's Ready in 30 Minutes

A quick and delicious Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine recipe, combining creamy pasta and smoked salmon in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Linguine Pasta
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is ideal.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter version.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed recommended.
  • to taste Salt
For the Fish
  • 4 ounces Cold-Smoked Salmon Avoid canned options.
Optional Enhancements
  • 1-2 tablespoons Capers Optional for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large saucepan
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of water with a pinch of salt, then cook the linguine for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant and slightly golden.
  3. Stir in heavy cream and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Add lemon juice and reserved pasta water.
  4. Season sauce with salt, then add linguine and toss to coat.
  5. Gently fold in cold-smoked salmon and capers, mixing evenly.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For best results, cook pasta al dente, save pasta water for the sauce, and add cream off the heat to avoid separation.