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Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe Made In 25 Minutes

A delightful way to elevate your weeknight dinner with tender salmon paired with perfectly cooked pasta in a rich, creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 fillets Salmon Fresh salmon fillets are ideal for this recipe.
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt Enhances the natural flavors.
  • ½ tsp Black Pepper Adds a hint of spice.
  • 12 oz Pappardelle Pasta Choose your favorite pasta shape.
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter For sautéing garlic.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Key ingredient for creamy texture.
  • ½ cup Dry white grape juice Adds sweetness and acidity.
  • 1 tsp Grated Lemon Zest Brightens up the dish.
  • 5 oz Baby Spinach Leaves Introduces color and nutrients.
  • 2 tbsp Capers Brings a briny punch.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200ºC).
  2. Season both sides of the salmon fillets with kosher salt and black pepper, place in a baking dish, and bake for about 12 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pappardelle pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  4. Melt unsalted butter in a medium pot over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for about two minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add heavy cream, grated lemon zest, and dry white grape juice into the pot with garlic, stirring continuously until it thickens slightly.
  6. Add cooked pasta, baby spinach leaves, and capers into the creamy mixture, then gently fold in the baked salmon pieces. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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