Description
A delicious and creamy Cajun Salmon Pasta that elevates your dinner with bold flavors and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces whole wheat penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, fresh
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the salmon in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and flaky. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the cherry tomatoes and spinach. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the tomatoes are slightly softened.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and gently fold it into the sauce along with the cooked penne pasta. Toss to combine and heat through for another 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or a plant-based cream alternative.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for a fresh, zesty flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg