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Smoked Salmon Spaghetti

Creamy Smoked Salmon Spaghetti for Effortless Elegance

Impress with this creamy smoked salmon spaghetti dish, combining rich flavors and healthy ingredients for a delightful dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spaghetti
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti Feel free to swap in any pasta you love!
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Light Cream Substitute with half-and-half or non-dairy cream if preferred.
  • 1 cup Reserved Pasta Water Essential for the right creamy texture.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best texture.
For the Flavor
  • 4 ounces Smoked Salmon Look for wild-caught varieties.
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Olives can be a suitable substitution.
  • 1 tablespoon Dill Feel free to replace with parsley or basil.
  • to taste Cracked Pepper Use freshly cracked for added kick.
For the Green Touch
  • 2 cups Spinach Leaves Swap in kale or arugula for variety.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium Pan
  • Colander

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook 8 ounces of spaghetti according to package instructions for about 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a medium pan over low heat, return the drained spaghetti to the pot and add reserved pasta water and 1 cup of light cream. Stir gently and heat for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  3. Toss in 2 cups of fresh spinach leaves into the creamy pasta. Stir for 1-2 minutes to allow the spinach to wilt and blend.
  4. Gently fold in 4 ounces of flaked smoked salmon, warming it through in the residual heat.
  5. Divide the spaghetti among four plates and top with cracked pepper, grated Parmesan, capers, and dill for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with reserved pasta water or cream.

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