TUSCAN SALMON WITH CREAMY BROCCOLI PASTA

 

 

 

 INGREDIENTS:

4 salmon fillets, skin-on or skinless
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups broccoli florets
8 ounces fettuccine or preferred pasta
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped

 

 INSTRUCTIONS:

STEP 1: COOK THE PASTA
– Prepare Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and set it aside.

STEP 2: SEASON AND COOK THE SALMON
– Season Salmon: Sprinkle the salmon fillets with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
– Sear Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

STEP 3: PREPARE THE BROCCOLI PASTA SAUCE
– Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
– Cook Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.

STEP 4: MAKE THE CREAMY SAUCE
– Combine Ingredients: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

STEP 5: FINISH THE DISH
– Add Spinach and Pasta: Stir in the fresh spinach and the cooked pasta, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, use the reserved pasta water to thin it out as needed.
– Return Salmon: Gently place the cooked salmon back into the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the salmon and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm through.

STEP 6: SERVE
– Garnish and Enjoy: Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Servings: 4

Enjoy your Tuscan Salmon with Creamy Broccoli Pasta, a savory dish that brings the taste of Italy to your table!