Salmon Pasta Creamy Garlic Sauce: Indulgent Weeknight Delight
A delicious Salmon Pasta in a creamy garlic sauce that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: gluten-free, high-protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the salmon. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Remove from pan and flake the salmon.
- In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the flaked salmon and cooked fettuccine. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include grated Parmesan cheese.
- Use whole grain pasta for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
Keywords: Salmon Pasta, Creamy Garlic Sauce, Weeknight Dinner