Description
Lemon Butter Salmon Pasta is a quick and delightful dish that combines the zesty freshness of lemon with the rich flavors of butter and smoked salmon. Ready in just 15 minutes, this creamy pasta is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The bright notes of garlic and lemon complement the savory salmon, creating a meal that’s both satisfying and wholesome. With its versatility, you can easily customize this dish to suit your taste, making it a family favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8.8 oz linguine
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3.5 oz smoked salmon
- Red chili flakes
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook linguine until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a deep pan, heat olive oil and melt butter. Sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- Add grated garlic, lemon zest, red chili flakes, and lemon juice; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Toss cooked linguine in the sauce with reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Gently mix in smoked salmon and parsley, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg