Description
A delicious and healthy Salmon Spinach Pasta recipe that combines fresh salmon, vibrant spinach, and whole wheat pasta, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
- Fresh salmon fillets: 2 fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Whole wheat pasta: 8 oz (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- Baby spinach: 4 cups (fresh)
- Garlic: 3 cloves (minced)
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons (divided)
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup (halved)
- Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup (grated)
- Salt: to taste
- Black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and cook the salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add the baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with spinach and garlic, pour in the lemon juice and reserved pasta water, and toss to combine. Season with additional salt and black pepper as needed.
- Flake the cooked salmon into large pieces and gently fold it into the pasta mixture along with the halved cherry tomatoes and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Serve garnished with remaining Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Notes
- Fresh salmon is preferred, but frozen salmon can be used if thawed properly.
- Whole wheat pasta adds fiber and a nutty flavor.
- Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Salmon, Spinach, Pasta, Healthy Recipe, Italian Cuisine