Pasta with Salmon
Bright, creamy, and comforting, this pasta dish combines tender salmon with fresh herbs and spinach, ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb flaky salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Pasta/Grains
- 12 oz penne pasta
Veggies & Herbs
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water optional to thin sauce
Spices
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Toppings (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the flaky salmon and cook until it is just done. Flake the salmon with a fork.
- Stir in the fresh herbs and spinach, cooking until the spinach is wilted.
- Pour in the cream and stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss in the cooked penne pasta and mix well until the pasta is coated with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Don’t overcook the salmon; remove from heat when it flakes easily with a fork. Reserve a little pasta water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick. Use medium heat when cooking cream to prevent curdling and keep texture smooth. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.