Salmon Spinach Pasta Dish: Easy and Delicious Weeknight Delight
A flavorful and quick-to-make salmon spinach pasta dish that is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the salmon fillet, cooking for about 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through. Remove from skillet and flake.
- Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
- Combine the pasta, flaked salmon, and spinach in a large bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss to combine and serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding grated Parmesan on top before serving.
- Use whole grain pasta for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Salmon, Spinach, Pasta, Easy Recipes, Weeknight Meals