Description
Discover the delightful taste of Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine, a quick and satisfying dinner option perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can serve a creamy pasta dish that combines rich flavors with nutrient-dense ingredients. This dish features tender linguini tossed in a luscious cream sauce, complemented by the smoky richness of salmon and zesty lemon. It’s not only easy to make but also versatile, allowing for ingredient substitutions based on your pantry staples. Impress your family or guests with this gourmet meal that is both nourishing and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound linguini noodles
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 6–8 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 cup thick cream
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 pound smoked salmon
- 2 tablespoons capers
Instructions
- Cook the linguini: Bring salted water to a boil, add linguini, and cook until al dente. Reserve some pasta water, then drain.
- Prepare the sauce: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then stir in cream and lemon juice, seasoning with salt.
- Combine: Fold cooked linguini into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water to reach desired creaminess. Mix in smoked salmon and capers.
- Serve: Plate and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg