Creamy Salmon Pasta: The Best Comfort Food for Home Cooks
A delicious and comforting creamy salmon pasta recipe that’s perfect for home cooks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound salmon, skinless and boneless
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until soft.
- Add salmon to the skillet, cooking until it flakes easily.
- Pour in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, and dill. Simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg