Salmon Penne

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this creamy and flavorful Salmon Penne recipe! This decadent dish combines tender penne pasta with flaky, pan-seared salmon, all tossed in a rich Parmesan cream sauce infused with sautéed garlic, zesty lemon juice, and fresh baby spinach. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser balances indulgence with heart-healthy ingredients, making it perfect for family meals or entertaining guests. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and extra grated Parmesan, this one-pot delight is as elegant as it is comforting. Treat your taste buds to this easy salmon pasta recipe and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Penne pasta
• 300 grams Salmon fillet (skinless)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 units Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the salmon fillet with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Place the salmon fillet in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through and easily flaked with a fork. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet and stir until melted and the sauce is smooth. If the sauce is too thick, use the reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency.

Step 7

Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and return it to the skillet. Add the baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts.

Step 8

Season the sauce with lemon juice, additional salt, and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Toss the drained penne pasta with the salmon sauce until well coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1313.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4062.3

Total Fat 205.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 613.6mg	0%
Sodium 6276.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 218.7g	0%

Vitamin D 1110.4IU	0%
Calcium 2738.5mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 2078.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 31.3%