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Salmon Pesto Pasta

Quick and Flavorful Salmon Pesto Pasta in 25 Minutes

Enjoy a quick and delicious Salmon Pesto Pasta, packed with flavor and ready in just 25 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Dried Pasta Whole wheat or chickpea pasta for extra fiber and protein.
For the Salmon
  • 2 filets Salmon Fresh salmon provides a tender and flaky texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness; avocado oil is a neutral substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh juice brightens flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential seasoning for salmon.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning for salmon.
For the Pesto
  • 2/3 cup Pesto Homemade is best, but jarred works well.
For the Finish
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Swap with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • large pot
  • Stirring Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Place the salmon filets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Slide the baking sheet into your cold oven and set a timer for 20 minutes.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dried pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of the pasta water.
  5. In the same pot, combine the drained pasta with pesto and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring vigorously to coat. Add reserved pasta water gradually for desired sauce consistency.
  6. Once the salmon is roasted, remove it from the oven, let it rest briefly, then flake it into bite-sized pieces. Mix gently with the pasta or serve on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a crispy finish, broil the salmon for the last 1-2 minutes. Feel free to experiment with seasonal vegetables or different types of pesto.

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