Description
A delicious and quick recipe for Salmon Spinach Pasta that combines fresh ingredients for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound fresh spinach, washed and roughly chopped
- 1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the salmon fillet to the skillet, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and return it to the skillet with the spinach.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the lemon zest, lemon juice, and reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until well combined. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add ½ cup of heavy cream or a splash of half-and-half when combining the pasta and spinach.
- You can substitute the salmon with grilled chicken or shrimp for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg