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Creamy Salmon Dill Pasta

Creamy Salmon Dill Pasta: Quick Luxury for Busy Nights

This Creamy Salmon Dill Pasta combines fresh salmon, dill, and a rich sauce for a quick and luxurious weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Spaghetti or Linguine
For the Salmon
  • 1 pound Salmon fillet Fresh, wild-caught is best
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter For richness
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup Grated hard cheese (e.g., Parmesan or Pecorino) For emulsifying sauce
  • 1/4 cup Fresh dill Chopped, plus extra for garnishing
  • Salt To taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper To taste
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Optional, brightens flavor

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Salmon Dill Pasta
  1. Boil the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1.5 cups of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season salmon with salt and pepper, and sear each side for 3-4 minutes. Remove and flake.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add drained pasta to the skillet with garlic and butter, incorporating reserved pasta water gradually until well coated.
  5. Fold in flaked salmon, chopped dill, and grated cheese. Mix until combined and cheese melts.
  6. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice if desired. Serve warm, garnished with extra cheese and dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, always cook pasta al dente and adjust seasoning before serving. Fresh dill is key for flavor.

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