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Smoked salmon pasta in a white bowl with creamy lemon sauce, topped with smoked salmon slices, fresh dill, and grated Parmesan on a rustic wooden table

Smoked Salmon Pasta

Smoked Salmon Pasta is a creamy, zesty dish perfect for quick, elegant meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 poeple
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot for boiling pasta
  • 1 Medium skillet for the sauce
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Zester
  • 1 Wooden Spoon or Spatula

Ingredients
  

Ingredients Needed

  • 12 oz pasta penne or linguine works best
  • 4 oz smoked salmon chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

How to Make the Recipe

  • Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  • Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir in sour cream, Parmesan, and lemon zest, then slowly add reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
  • Combine: Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce, then gently fold in the smoked salmon. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve: Plate the pasta and garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh dill.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 420
  • Protein: 20g
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids: 1.5g