Description
Smoked Salmon Pasta is a luxurious dish that combines creamy pasta with rich, smoky flavors. This quick and easy recipe elevates any meal, perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With just a hint of lemon and fresh dill, this delightful dish tantalizes your taste buds in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a weeknight dinner, this pasta will impress and satisfy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 oz high-quality smoked salmon, cut into strips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp capers
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until golden brown (about 1 minute).
- Add heavy cream to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in lemon juice, capers, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in the smoked salmon until warmed through (about 2-3 minutes).
- Toss cooked pasta with the creamy mixture; add reserved pasta water gradually for desired consistency.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprig of dill.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 310g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 120mg