Description
Quick Salmon & Spinach Pasta is a deliciously creamy dish that combines flaky salmon with vibrant spinach in a light Greek yogurt sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this meal comes together in just 20 minutes, making it a go-to option for those looking for a quick yet gourmet experience. With healthy omega-3 fatty acids from the salmon and nutritious greens, this pasta is as wholesome as it is flavorful. Brightened with dill and lemon zest, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed
- 12 oz rigatoni (or your preferred pasta)
- 4 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons dried dill
- Zest and juice of one lemon
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Place salmon on a lined baking sheet; season with dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Bake for 7-10 minutes until opaque.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the same pot, add spinach to drained pasta over low heat until wilted. Mix in Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes, using reserved water to adjust creaminess.
- Gently fold in salmon chunks. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg