Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Healthy & Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta, a wholesome dish that brings together tender salmon, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy sauce without the heaviness of traditional cream. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and offers a satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and delicious. With the combination of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, each bite is bursting with flavor while being light on calories. Enjoy this easy-to-make pasta dish that promises to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz salmon (cut into 4 portions)
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Serving of Barilla protein+ pasta
Instructions
- Preheat a nonstick pan over medium heat.
- Cut salmon into four portions.
- In the hot pan, add olive oil and butter. Cook salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes per side until flaky.
- In a bowl, whisk together milk and cornstarch until smooth; mix in minced garlic.
- Remove salmon from the pan; add spinach to wilt, then stir in cherry and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Pour in milk mixture and stir until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked pasta and salmon back to the pan; sprinkle with parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg