Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta – A Date Night Delight
This Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta combines tender salmon, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes in a luscious garlic Parmesan sauce for an unforgettable meal that will leave you and your loved ones coming back for more.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs salmon fillets patted dry and cut into chunks
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta cooked al dente
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add salmon chunks and cook each side for 3-4 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Sauté onions for 3 minutes until translucent, then add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for another minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add the Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted. Add Parmesan cheese, mixing until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss it in the sauce. Gently mix in the salmon pieces and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For a smokier flavor, consider adding a touch of smoked paprika to the sauce.