Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Salmon Pesto Pasta, a quick and elegant dish that combines tender salmon with vibrant pesto, creating a meal perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Ready in just 30 minutes, this creamy pasta dish is an irresistible option that offers flexibility—use homemade or store-bought pesto to suit your taste. The rich flavors and beautiful presentation, especially when topped with freshly grated parmesan, make it a standout choice for any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta
- 1 pound fresh salmon
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/3 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
- 1/3 cup pesto
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- Season salmon with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; coat with flour.
- Sear salmon in a skillet with olive oil and butter for about 3 minutes per side until golden.
- Remove salmon and add chicken broth and pesto to the skillet, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice; return salmon to the pan, breaking it into pieces.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet; serve topped with parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg