Creamy Lemon Garlic Salmon Pasta with Spinach
A delightful pasta dish featuring tender salmon, fresh spinach, and a creamy lemon garlic sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (8 oz) fettuccine pasta
- (2 tbsp) olive oil
- (4) salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- (1/2 tsp) salt
- (1/4 tsp) black pepper
- (4 cloves) garlic, minced
- (1 cup) heavy cream
- (1/2 cups) grated Parmesan cheese
- (1) lemon, juiced and zested
- (4 cups) fresh spinach
- (1/4 tsp) red pepper flakes (optional)
- (2 tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Cook 8 oz fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Season 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then add to the skillet. Add 2/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional).
- 3
Cook the salmon for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and flaky. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
In the same skillet, add 4 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, the juice and zest of 1 lemon, and mix until smooth.
- 6
Add 4 cups fresh spinach to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. If desired, add 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- 7
Return the cooked salmon to the skillet and gently break it into large pieces. Add the drained fettuccine pasta and toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
- 8
Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
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