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Creamy Salmon and Spinach Pasta: A Quick Recipe Delight

A quick and delicious recipe for creamy salmon and spinach pasta, perfect for a 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 of fettuccine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound salmon fillets skin removed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the salmon fillets with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the salmon to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and flake into large pieces.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  5. Add the cooked fettuccine and flaked salmon to the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired sauce consistency.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

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

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