Description
Indulge in a creamy and flavorful Salmon Pasta with Brussels Sprouts, a delightful dish perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner. This recipe combines tender pasta, seared Brussels sprouts, flaked salmon, and a luscious cream sauce for a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
8 oz pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
Salmon:
8 oz cooked salmon (flaked)
Brussels Sprouts:
12 oz Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
Others:
2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 garlic cloves (minced), 1 teaspoon lemon zest, ½ cup heavy cream, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
- Sear Brussels Sprouts: In a skillet, brown Brussels sprouts in olive oil, then add garlic and lemon zest.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in cream, simmer, and stir in Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Add salmon and pasta to the skillet, toss, and adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Finish: Stir in lemon juice, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Use leftover or pre-cooked salmon for quick preparation.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
- Pre-roasting Brussels sprouts enhances their flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
