Creamy Dill Salmon Pasta
This Creamy Dill Salmon Pasta is a quick and simple dish that combines tender salmon with a rich and creamy sauce. The recipe uses fresh dill, lemon juice, and garlic to add flavor without overpowering the salmon. It's easy to prepare, with minimal ingredients, and ready in about 30 minutes. Perfect for a filling and satisfying main course that balances creaminess and freshness.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 600 grams salmon fillets or cutlets
- Olive oil for frying
- 5 cloves garlic peeled
- 2 lemons juice
- 240 grams heavy cream or a mix of cream and milk, 1 cup
- 1 fresh dill bunch, chopped
- salt to taste
- pepper optional
- 400 grams pasta use pasta of your choice
- salted water for boiling
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Cook the salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes, then flip it and cook for another 2–3 minutes. The center should be slightly undercooked — it will finish cooking in the sauce. Remove from the pan.
- While the salmon is cooking, juice the lemons and thinly slice or crush the garlic. In the same pan, add a little more olive oil if needed. Sauté the garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Use a fork to break the salmon into chunks, removing the skin and bones. Add the flaked salmon, lemon juice, dill, a pinch of salt, and cream to the pan.
- Simmer over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, until warmed through and slightly thickened. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss gently.
- Don’t cook further — just mix and serve. Top with extra dill if desired.
Notes
- Slightly undercooking the salmon keeps it juicy; it finishes cooking in the sauce.
- There's no need to season the salmon beforehand — the sauce is flavorful enough.
- The amount of garlic is flexible. Five cloves provide a punchy flavor without being overpowering.
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Nutrition
Calories: 809kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 1106mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 974IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg
