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Creamy Salmon Spinach Pasta

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This creamy salmon spinach pasta features tender chunks of salmon, fresh baby spinach, and a luscious cream sauce tossed with your favorite pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a comforting, nourishing dinner that’s both easy and impressive.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225g) pasta of choice (linguine, fettuccine, penne, etc.)
  • Salt (for boiling water and seasoning)
  • 10–12 oz (280-340g) fresh salmon fillet, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Black pepper (to season salmon and sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter (for pan-searing salmon)
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
  • 2–3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) reserved pasta cooking water
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 3 cups (90g) fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • Cherry tomatoes, sliced (optional, for color and sweetness)
  • Extra grated Parmesan (for garnish)
  • Chopped fresh parsley or dill (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until just al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/3 cup pasta water, then drain pasta and set aside.
  2. Pat salmon dry and cut into 1-inch chunks. Season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add salmon pieces in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden and just cooked through. Remove salmon to a plate and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add a splash more oil if needed. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring, until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Let cheese melt.
  6. Season sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes). If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time.
  7. Gently add cooked salmon (and any juices) back into the sauce. Toss gently to coat.
  8. Add drained pasta and toss everything together until well combined and heated through. Add cherry tomatoes if using.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
  10. Serve in bowls, garnished with extra Parmesan, parsley or dill, and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra creamy sauce, whisk in a tablespoon of cream cheese or mascarpone before serving. Don’t overcook the salmon—remove it from heat as soon as it’s just cooked through. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. This recipe is flexible—swap in gluten-free pasta, dairy-free cream, or add extra veggies as desired. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days in the fridge; reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.

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