Description
Creamy Garlic Salmon Pasta is a luxurious, restaurant-style dish featuring tender chunks of salmon and al dente pasta, all coated in a rich, garlicky cream sauce. It’s a comforting and elegant meal perfect for family dinners or date nights.
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets (about 300-350g total), skin removed and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 250g pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then sear for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add lemon juice and mix well.
- Return cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Gently fold in the salmon.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or chives and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce, or coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.
- Don’t overcook the salmon; it should be just opaque.
- Add spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for more flavor and texture.
- Toss pasta directly in the sauce to ensure even coating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg