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Salmon Pasta with Lemon Cream Sauce

Creamy Salmon Pasta with Lemon Cream Sauce in 30 Minutes

This Creamy Salmon Pasta with Lemon Cream Sauce is a quick, indulgent weeknight dinner that combines tender salmon with linguine in a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Linguine Pasta Can substitute with spaghetti or fettuccine.
For the Salmon
  • 2 filets Salmon Filet Atlantic or King salmon for best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing salmon.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt works well as a substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Use freshly ground for best taste.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For sautéing garlic.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Mince finely for even distribution.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Do not substitute with low-fat options.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Can be swapped with dry white wine.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Juice from half a lemon.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • colander
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season salmon with salt and pepper. Sear for 5 minutes, flip and cook for an additional 12-15 minutes until opaque.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add heavy cream and chicken broth, then lemon juice. Bring to a low simmer and whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
  5. Toss the drained linguine in the sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed. Season with additional salt and pepper.
  6. Flake the salmon into large chunks and gently fold into the pasta. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Add a splash of cream when reheating to maintain richness.

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