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Salmon Spinach Pasta: Healthy and Velvety

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A delicious and nutritious pasta dish featuring seared salmon, fresh spinach, and a velvety lemon Parmesan sauce.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.2 lbs skinless salmon fillets (cut into 2-inch chunks)

Oils & Fats

  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Seasonings

  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

Pasta

  • 12 oz whole grain penne

Aromatics

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Dairy & Cheese

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Vegetables

  • 5 oz fresh baby spinach (packed)

Herbs

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of water.
  • Season salmon, sear in olive oil 3-4 minutes per side, then set aside.
  • Sauté garlic in butter, add lemon juice and pasta water; simmer 2 minutes.
  • Combine pasta with sauce, Parmesan, spinach, and parsley; fold in salmon.
  • Gently reintroduce salmon chunks and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy, pasta, Salmon