Description
Culinary magic unfolds in this creamy salmon pasta with mixed greens, where delicate fish meets silky sauce in perfect harmony. Comfort merges with elegance, inviting you to savor each luxurious bite of this Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 200 grams (7 ounces) salmon fillet, skinless
Pasta and Carbohydrates:
- 500 grams (1 pound) pasta of choice (tagliatelle, fettuccine, or linguine recommended)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- Zest from 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 250 milliliters (1 cup) heavy cream (double cream)
Aromatics:
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
Greens:
- 80 grams (2 cups) mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, or watercress)
Instructions
- Bring a generously salted water pot to rolling boil and cook pasta according to package guidelines. Reserve a cup of starchy liquid before draining.
- Meticulously inspect salmon fillet for hidden bones, then slice into uniform bite-sized morsels. Season thoroughly with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter in a spacious skillet over medium temperature until melted and slightly bubbling. Gently place salmon pieces and sear for 2-3 minutes, carefully rotating to ensure even golden-brown coloration. Transfer cooked salmon to a separate plate.
- Within the same skillet, drizzle olive oil and introduce minced shallots and garlic. Sauté for approximately 1-2 minutes until aromatic and translucent.
- Reduce heat to low and incorporate heavy cream, creating a silky base. Fold in lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Allow sauce to simmer softly for 5-7 minutes, developing rich flavor profiles.
- Introduce mixed greens to the cream sauce, stirring until they delicately wilt and integrate seamlessly.
- Fold drained pasta into the creamy mixture, ensuring each strand is luxuriously coated. If sauce appears dense, gradually incorporate reserved pasta water to achieve ideal consistency.
- Artfully arrange seared salmon atop pasta, garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and creaminess.
Notes
- Prevent Salmon Overcooking by checking internal temperature reaches 145°F, ensuring tender and moist fish without becoming dry or tough.
- Dairy-Free Alternative can be created by substituting heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Boost Omega-3 by choosing wild-caught salmon, which contains higher nutritional value compared to farm-raised varieties.
- Quick Meal Prep tip involves cooking salmon and pasta simultaneously to reduce overall cooking time and streamline kitchen workflow.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg