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Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe – Easy 30-Minute Herb Dinner

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This creamy salmon pasta is a comforting, quick weeknight dinner featuring flaky salmon, a luscious herb cream sauce, and silky linguine. Ready in 30 minutes, it’s packed with fresh flavor and perfect for cozy gatherings or busy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz linguine or fettuccine (whole wheat or gluten-free optional)
  • Salt (for boiling water)
  • 12 oz skinless salmon fillet (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half/coconut cream for lighter/dairy-free)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (optional)
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Red pepper flakes (a pinch, optional)
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat salmon fillet dry and cut into 1-inch cubes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions (8–10 minutes for al dente). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add salmon pieces and sauté for 3–4 minutes, flipping once, until just cooked and golden. Remove salmon and set aside.
  4. Reduce skillet heat to medium. Add butter, melt, then add minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, scraping up any salmon bits. Stir in dill, parsley, and chives. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Whisk until smooth and creamy. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water 1 tbsp at a time. Adjust seasoning.
  7. Return pasta to skillet and toss gently to coat. Add salmon pieces, peas, and cherry tomatoes if using. Heat for 1–2 minutes until warmed through.
  8. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with extra herbs and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately, topped with more Parmesan and fresh herbs.

Notes

If sauce separates, whisk in a splash of cold cream or pasta water. Don’t overcook salmon—remove as soon as opaque. Use room-temperature cream for best results. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. For gluten-free or dairy-free, substitute pasta and cream as needed.

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