Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Salmon Pesto Pasta, a dish that brings together succulent roasted salmon and vibrant pesto for a quick and satisfying meal. In just 20 minutes, you can create a gourmet experience perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. This one-bowl wonder combines al dente pasta, rich pesto, and flaky salmon to ensure every bite is bursting with taste. Whether you’re looking for a nutritious dinner option or an elegant dish to impress guests, this recipe offers both ease and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large salmon filets
- 8 ounces dried pasta
- 2/3 cup pesto (jarred or homemade)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1–2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (from 1/2 lemon)
- kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place salmon filets on the baking sheet, brush with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In the pot, combine drained pasta with pesto and Parmesan cheese; add reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and mix into the pasta or serve on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg