Spinach Salmon Pasta
A creamy and satisfying pasta dish featuring tender salmon, fresh spinach, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of lemon. Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Large Pot
- Colander
- Chef’s knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta penne, farfalle, or your choice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb salmon fillets skin removed
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon 4-5 minutes per side until flaky. Remove, cool slightly, then flake into pieces.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer, then stir in Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
- Add salmon, pasta, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss to combine. If needed, adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and lemon slices if desired.
Notes
Use gluten-free pasta or dairy-free substitutes like coconut cream and nutritional yeast for dietary adjustments.