Salmon Pesto Pasta: A Quick and Easy Weeknight Delight
Enjoy a delightful and effortless weeknight dinner with this Salmon Pesto Pasta recipe. Perfectly cooked salmon combined with fresh pesto and pasta creates a satisfying meal in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: dinner
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the salmon with salt and pepper, then place it in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Remove the salmon from the skillet and flake it into bite-sized pieces.
- Drain the linguine and return it to the pot. Add the pesto and toss to combine.
- Gently fold in the flaked salmon and Parmesan cheese.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use whole wheat pasta.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Salmon Pesto Pasta