Description
A deliciously creamy and healthy Tuscan salmon pasta made with seared salmon, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a light cream sauce. Perfect for a satisfying yet nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 8 oz whole wheat fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), drained and chopped
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or low-fat milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
- Pour in almond milk and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Add baby spinach and cook until wilted.
- Flake the salmon into large chunks and return to the skillet.
- Add cooked pasta and toss everything together gently.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute dairy milk or cream for almond milk if preferred.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
- Adjust seasoning and cheese to taste for richer flavor.