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Cajun Salmon Pasta: Discover This Delicious Recipe!

A delicious Cajun Salmon Pasta recipe that combines creamy sauce, tender salmon, and flavorful spices for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound salmon fillets
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the salmon in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they soften.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Toss to combine and heat through.
  6. Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and gently fold it into the pasta mixture.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • You can substitute the salmon with shrimp or chicken for a different protein option.

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