Description
This Creamy Salmon Spinach Pasta features flaky seared salmon, tender pasta, and a luscious cream-Parmesan sauce with bright spinach, ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 salmon fillets
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside, reserving a small cup of pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and flake into bite-sized pieces.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook just until wilted, folding it into the sauce.
- Stir the cooked pasta and flaked salmon into the sauce, tossing gently until well combined.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over each portion.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results; save leftover pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian