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This image shows the Spinach Salmon Pasta dish, featuring creamy pasta tossed with tender flaked salmon, fresh spinach, and a light lemony cream sauce. The dish is beautifully presented and garnished with Parmesan cheese and lemon zest, making it both visually appealing and appetizing.

Spinach Salmon Pasta Recipe

Looking for a delicious and healthy dinner that's both quick and satisfying? This Spinach Salmon Pasta is a perfect choice! With tender salmon, fresh spinach, and creamy pasta, it’s an easy yet elegant dish that comes together in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 453 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces pasta penne, farfalle, or your choice
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 pound Salmon fillets skin removed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups Fresh spinach
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
    This image shows pasta boiling in a large pot until tender, then being drained and set aside, ready to be combined with salmon and spinach in the spinach salmon pasta recipe.
  • Cook the Salmon: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
    This image shows salmon fillets seasoned with salt and pepper, being seared in a skillet until they are golden brown and cooked through, forming the savory protein base for the spinach salmon pasta dish.
  • Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
    This image shows minced garlic being sautéed in a skillet, followed by the addition of cream and chicken broth, which are simmered together to create a rich and creamy sauce for the spinach salmon pasta.
  • Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
    This image shows freshly grated Parmesan cheese being stirred into the creamy sauce, followed by fresh spinach that wilts down into the sauce, adding flavor and texture to the spinach salmon pasta.
  • Combine: Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add it back to the skillet. Gently fold in the cooked pasta, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined and heated through.
    This image shows flaked salmon and cooked pasta being gently folded into the creamy lemon sauce, combining all the ingredients into a flavorful and cohesive dish of spinach salmon pasta.
  • Serve: Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired and serve immediately.
    This image shows a serving of spinach salmon pasta garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest, ready to be enjoyed as a delicious and nutritious meal.

Notes

  • Salmon Substitution: You can substitute the salmon with other fish or chicken if preferred. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
  • Pasta Variations: Feel free to use different types of pasta or whole grain options for added nutrition.
  • Cream Alternatives: For a lighter version, use half-and-half or a dairy-free cream substitute.