Lemon Salmon Pasta

Recipe: Lemon Salmon Pasta

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces uncooked spaghetti (or other pasta)

  • 1/2 pound fresh salmon

  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning or to taste

  • Salt & pepper

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

  • 2 medium tomatoes chopped

  • 3/4 cup heavy/whipping cream

  • Juice and zest of 1/2 medium lemon (about 1 tbsp juice)

  • 3 cloves garlic minced

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • Chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

  • Boil a salted pot of water and cook pasta al dente according to package directions.

  • Sprinkle both sides of the salmon with Italian seasoning and salt & pepper, to taste.

  • Add oil and butter to a skillet on medium heat. Sear salmon for 3 minutes/side. Remove salmon from pan and set aside.

  • Add the tomato, cream, lemon juice and zest, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth and cook for 2 minutes, then stir in the parmesan.

  • Add the salmon back into the pan, and use a spoon to break it up into smaller pieces. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through. Season with more salt and pepper if needed.

  • Once the pasta is cooked, toss it with the sauce. Serve with parsley and some extra grated parmesan cheese if desired.