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Salmon Pasta Sundried Tomato

A creamy and flavorful salmon pasta infused with sundried tomatoes, perfect for a quick and elegant weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
  • 12 oz salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the salmon pieces to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until cooked through and slightly golden. Remove salmon and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add chopped sundried tomatoes and sauté for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well, allowing it to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
  6. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
  7. Add the cooked pasta and salmon back into the skillet. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
  8. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Stir in fresh basil.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and basil if desired.

Notes

For extra freshness, garnish with a handful of arugula or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving.