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Salmon Pesto Pasta
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
20
minutes
minutes
Total Time
30
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
650
A quick and flavorful dish combining tender salmon, fresh pesto, and pasta for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Protein
2
large
salmon filets
(skin-side down if applicable)
1-2
teaspoons
olive oil
1
teaspoon
lemon juice
(from 1/2 lemon)
to taste
kosher salt and black pepper
Pasta
8
ounces
dried pasta
Sauce
2/3
cup
pesto
(jarred or homemade)
1/4
cup
Parmesan cheese
(grated)
Instructions
Bake salmon at 400°F for 20 minutes, brushing with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
Break salmon into pieces and mix with cooked pasta, pesto, Parmesan, and black pepper. Add reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.
Serve pasta topped with salmon pieces. Enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories:
650
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
Salmon