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.
1
Cook the pasta in boiling salted water with a tablespoon of olive oil until al dente.
- Pasta: 400 g
- Olive oil: to taste
- Salt: to taste
2
Cut the salmon into pieces and fry on all sides in olive oil.
- Salmon: 300 g
- Olive oil: to taste
3
Add cream and pesto sauce to the salmon, season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 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.
- Pasta: 400 g
6
Sprinkle the finished dish with grated parmesan.
- Grated Parmesan cheese: to taste
