Pasta with salmon in a creamy pesto sauce

4 servings

15 minutes

Pasta with salmon in creamy pesto sauce is a refined Italian dish combining the tenderness of cream sauce, the aroma of basil pesto, and the rich flavor of fresh salmon. Originating as a variation of classic seafood pasta, it gained popularity for its harmonious balance of creaminess and freshness. Salmon is seared to a light golden crust and complemented by a rich creamy pesto sauce that enhances its flavor. The finished pasta with tender fish pieces and thick aromatic sauce is topped with grated Parmesan, creating a perfect blend of textures. This dish is ideal for both cozy family dinners and festive occasions with wine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 509.5
• Proteins: 26.4g
• Fats: 10.8g
• Carbohydrates: 73.5g

Ingredients

• Salmon: 300 g
• Cream: 200 ml
• Paste: 400 g
• Pesto: to taste
• Olive oil: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cook the pasta in boiling salted water with a tablespoon of olive oil until al dente.

   Required ingredients:

   • Paste: 400 g
   • Olive oil:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste

2. Cut the salmon into pieces and fry on all sides in olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salmon: 300 g
   • Olive oil:  to taste

3. Add cream and pesto sauce to the salmon, season with salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream: 200 ml
   • Pesto:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Drain the pasta in a colander.

5. Add pasta to the salmon, mix, and after a couple of minutes, you can remove it from the heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Paste: 400 g

6. Sprinkle the finished dish with grated parmesan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Parmesan cheese:  to taste