Salmon On Pasta
When it comes to creating a delicious and comforting meal, nothing quite hits the spot like a hearty plate of salmon on pasta. This dish combines the rich flavors of flaky salmon with the satisfying texture of pasta, resulting in a truly delightful eating experience. Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or simply craving a cozy homemade meal, this recipe is sure to impress. Let's dive into how you can easily recreate this flavorful dish right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Instructions
-
Begin by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
-
Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
-
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
-
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
-
Deglaze the skillet with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the wine to reduce by half.
-
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
-
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated into the sauce.
-
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
-
To serve, place a generous portion of the pasta on a plate and top with a salmon fillet. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 serving- Calories
- 650 kcal
- Total Fat
- 38 g
- Saturated Fat
- 15 g
- Cholesterol
- 120 mg
- Sodium
- 450 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 45 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 3 g
- Sugars
- 3 g
- Protein
- 30 g
Instructions:
1. Begin by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
5. Deglaze the skillet with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the wine to reduce by half.
6. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
7. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated into the sauce.
8. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. To serve, place a generous portion of the pasta on a plate and top with a salmon fillet. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.