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Creamy Lemon Salmon Fettuccine


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious and creamy fettuccine pasta dish featuring salmon, garlic, and parmesan.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 12 oz salmon fillets (2 fillets at 6 oz each)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain, reserving some pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear the salmon fillets skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from skillet and flake into chunks.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Flake the salmon back into the pan along with lemon zest, then toss with cooked fettuccine and reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
  6. Finish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a bit of extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
  • Using fresh salmon can greatly enhance the taste of the dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 34g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg