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Healthy & Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta

Healthy & Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta


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  • Author: Meg
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Healthy & Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta is a flavorful, guilt-free dish that combines succulent salmon with fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes in a rich sauce—without the use of heavy cream. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. The combination of protein-packed salmon and vibrant vegetables makes this pasta not only delicious but also a health-conscious choice for any occasion. With its creamy texture and delightful taste, this recipe is bound to become a family favorite.


Ingredients

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  • 24 oz salmon fillets
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pasta of choice (Barilla Protein+ recommended)

Instructions

  1. Preheat a nonstick pan over medium heat.
  2. Cut the salmon into four portions and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add olive oil to the pan, then place the salmon skin-side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. In a bowl, mix milk and cornstarch until smooth. In the same pan, melt butter, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  5. Stir in spinach, cherry tomatoes, and sun-dried tomatoes until spinach wilts.
  6. Pour in the milk mixture and stir until thickened; combine with cooked pasta and gently fold in salmon pieces.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg