Creamy Salmon Pasta
Creamy Salmon Pasta is a delightful dish that transports you straight to an Italian trattoria with every bite. Featuring tender salmon and fettuccine enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce infused with garlic and fresh herbs, this pasta is the perfect comfort food for cozy nights or special gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s guaranteed to impress your guests or treat yourself after a long day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb skinless salmon fillet
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Season salmon with salt and pepper; sear until golden brown (about 4 minutes per side). Remove and flake into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, scraping the pan to release any brown bits. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan until melted. Gently fold in flaked salmon.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the creamy sauce until well-coated. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg