Easy Salmon Pasta Without Cream
This easy Salmon Pasta Without Cream is a simple and delicious recipe ready in less than 30 minutes using basic ingredients. It's the perfect quick dinner for busy weeknights!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 442kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces linguine or fettuccini or pasta of your choice
- 2-3 salmon fillets skin removed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup white wine optional
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it reaches al dente. Drain, rinse thoroughly under cold water, and set aside.
- Cook the Salmon: While the pasta is cooking, cook the salmon. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and sauté salmon for about 5 minutes per side until both sides are golden brown. The salmon should flake easily with a fork and reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. Set aside.
- Cook the Aromatics: In the same skillet, add olive oil, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent.
- Deglaze the Pan: If using white wine, pour it into the skillet and let it simmer for a couple of minutes to deglaze the pan. The wine should be reducee by half. If not using wine, go to the next step.
- Add Broth and Tomatoes: Add the chicken broth and the cherry tomatoes. Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
- Combine Pasta and Salmon: Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add it to the skillet. Add the drained, cooked pasta and fresh spinach. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and add chopped fresh parsley. Gently toss everything together until the spinach wilts and the pasta is well coated in sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and immediately serve the salmon pasta.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon for the best flavor.
- Cook the pasta just until al dente.
- Do not overcook the salmon.
Nutrition
Calories: 442kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 571mg | Potassium: 739mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1003IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 3mg
