Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta: A Rich Delight in Every Bite

Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta is a quick, flavorful dish that combines creamy goodness with nutritious ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 570

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 oz Pasta Fettuccine recommended

For the Sauce

8 oz Salmon Fresh or canned
1 cup Cream Heavy cream preferred
3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
2 cups Spinach Fresh
1 cup Tomatoes Sun-dried or fresh

For Flavoring

2 tbsp Pesto
1 tsp Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste
1 tsp Lemon Zest
1 tsp Dill Fresh or dried

Equipment

large pot
large skillet
Colander

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the pasta by boiling in salted water until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
Sauté minced garlic in olive oil and then add spinach and tomatoes until spinach wilts.
Incorporate salmon and cream, simmer for a few minutes until combined.
Combine the pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
Season with Cajun seasoning, dill, and lemon zest. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust spices according to personal taste.

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