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Salmon Spinach Pasta

Creamy Salmon Spinach Pasta for Quick Weeknight Joy

This creamy salmon spinach pasta is a quick and nutritious meal, perfect for busy weeknights and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Rigatoni can be swapped for your favorite type
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt enhances the pasta's natural flavors
For the Salmon
  • 1 fillet Salmon fresh or thawed frozen
  • 2 teaspoons Dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper adds warmth and slight kick
  • Lemon zest for a burst of citrus
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream for similar results
  • Fresh lemon juice balances the richness
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes adjust according to spice preference
For the Greens
  • 4 cups Baby spinach can replace with other leafy greens

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) for salmon cooking.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment and place the salmon fillet skin side down. Season with dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Bake for 7-10 minutes until opaque.
  3. Boil salted water and cook the rigatoni for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
  4. Return pasta to pot over low heat. Add spinach and toss to wilt for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Stir in Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Add reserved pasta water until desired sauce consistency is reached.
  6. Gently fold in the baked salmon, breaking it into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Serve in bowls and garnish with additional dill or lemon wedges as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove.

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