Salmon and Capers Pasta
Creamy Salmon and Capers Pasta with Lemon Zest and Fresh Herbs
Ingredients:
8 oz (225g) linguine or spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
6 oz cooked salmon (flaked or in chunks)
2 tablespoons capers, drained
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving (optional)
Directions:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in white wine and let simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add flaked salmon and capers to the sauce. Stir gently to combine and warm through.
Toss in the cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with grated Parmesan if desired.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 490 kcal | Servings: 2 servings
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This Salmon and Capers Pasta is the perfect combo of creamy, tangy, and savory — ready in just 30 minutes!
Creamy Salmon and Capers Pasta with Lemon Zest and Fresh Herbs
Ingredients:
8 oz (225g) linguine or spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
6 oz cooked salmon (flaked or in chunks)
2 tablespoons capers, drained
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving (optional)
Directions:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in white wine and let simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add flaked salmon and capers to the sauce. Stir gently to combine and warm through.
Toss in the cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with grated Parmesan if desired.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 490 kcal | Servings: 2 servings
#salmonpasta #caperspasta #creamyfishpasta #mediterraneanflavors #weeknightdinner #pastalovers #easyitalianmeals #seafoodpasta #lemonandcapers #flavorfulpasta #homecookeditalian #pastaidea #quickdinnerrecipe #elegantmeals #lightcreamsauce #freshherbs #salmonrecipes #easygourmet #italianfusion #comfortfood
This Salmon and Capers Pasta is the perfect combo of creamy, tangy, and savory — ready in just 30 minutes!
Salmon and Capers Pasta
Creamy Salmon and Capers Pasta with Lemon Zest and Fresh Herbs
Ingredients:
8 oz (225g) linguine or spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
6 oz cooked salmon (flaked or in chunks)
2 tablespoons capers, drained
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving (optional)
Directions:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in white wine and let simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add flaked salmon and capers to the sauce. Stir gently to combine and warm through.
Toss in the cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with grated Parmesan if desired.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 490 kcal | Servings: 2 servings
#salmonpasta #caperspasta #creamyfishpasta #mediterraneanflavors #weeknightdinner #pastalovers #easyitalianmeals #seafoodpasta #lemonandcapers #flavorfulpasta #homecookeditalian #pastaidea #quickdinnerrecipe #elegantmeals #lightcreamsauce #freshherbs #salmonrecipes #easygourmet #italianfusion #comfortfood
This Salmon and Capers Pasta is the perfect combo of creamy, tangy, and savory — ready in just 30 minutes!
