Description
Indulge in a delightful bowl of Feta Salmon Pasta, where succulent salmon meets creamy feta cheese and vibrant cherry tomatoes. This quick and easy dish transforms your weeknight dinners into a gourmet experience, with rich flavors and a beautiful presentation that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe is bound to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 salmon fillets (approximately 6 oz each)
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Push the veggies aside and place salmon fillets in the center of the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until flaky.
- Crumble feta cheese over the salmon and vegetables, stirring gently to create a creamy sauce.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with all ingredients, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg