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Creamy Salmon Pasta

A quick and hearty meal combining salmon and creamy sauce with fettuccine, packed with nutrients and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Salmon
  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 2 pieces salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill or parsley, chopped for garnish
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Cook Pasta & Salmon
  1. Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and cook salmon fillets for 5–6 minutes per side until golden.
  3. Remove and flake the salmon into pieces.
Make Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  2. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently.
  3. Stir in lemon juice and grated Parmesan, then season with salt and pepper.
Combine & Serve
  1. Add the fettuccine and flaked salmon to the sauce, tossing gently to coat.
  2. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For added flavor, try incorporating capers or sun-dried tomatoes into the sauce. Use whole wheat fettuccine for a healthier option. To save time, you can use pre-cooked salmon or canned salmon.