Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy with this Healthy & Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta, a delightful dish that combines creamy textures without the guilt. This easy-to-make recipe showcases tender salmon, vibrant spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, all enveloped in a luscious sauce made from milk instead of heavy cream. In just 25 minutes, you can serve up a nutritious meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Each bite is packed with protein and vitamins, making it both satisfying and wholesome. Transform your dinner routine with this flavorful pasta that’s as good for your taste buds as it is for your health.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz salmon (cut into 4 portions)
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta of choice (e.g., Barilla protein +)
Instructions
- Preheat a nonstick pan over medium heat.
- Cut the salmon into four portions for even cooking.
- Add olive oil to the hot pan, place the salmon skin-side down, and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the salmon; melt butter in the same pan, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cornstarch until thickened.
- Stir in spinach, cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, salt, pepper, and parmesan until combined and spinach wilts.
- Return salmon to the sauce and coat well.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and serve topped with salmon mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg