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Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach

Bring the flavors of Tuscany to your dinner table with this exquisite creamy salmon pasta that transforms simple ingredients into an elegant restaurant-worthy meal. Perfect for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for company, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 oz salmon fillets, skin removed
  • 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Set aside.
  2. Pat salmon dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute. Pour in broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add fresh spinach to the sauce and stir until wilted. Flake the cooked salmon into large chunks and gently fold into the sauce along with the cooked pasta. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality salmon fillets for best flavor. Don't rush the sauce—allow it to thicken naturally over medium-low heat. Ribbon pastas like fettuccine or linguine work best as they hold the creamy sauce beautifully.