Description
Lemon-Butter Salmon Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of salmon and the refreshing zing of lemon, all enveloped in a creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual family dinner or an elegant gathering. With its quick preparation time and vibrant taste, this pasta dish is bound to become a favorite in your meal rotation. Each bite offers a comforting texture complemented by the freshness of herbs, making it both satisfying and gourmet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (2-lb) salmon fillet
- 1 lb linguine
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Season the salmon with salt and pepper, place lemon slices underneath and on top, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for about 25 minutes.
- Cook linguine according to package instructions; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, zest, and reserved pasta water; season to taste.
- Combine cooked linguine with the sauce and fold in chunks of baked salmon and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg