Best 18 Salmon Penne With Basil Pesto Cream Sauce Artichokes And Asparagus Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate culinary journey that will transport you to a world of flavors with our exquisite recipe for salmon penne with basil pesto cream sauce, artichokes, and asparagus. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this symphony of fresh and vibrant ingredients, where delicate salmon pairs seamlessly with tender penne pasta, enveloped in a luscious basil pesto cream sauce. The addition of artichokes and asparagus adds a delightful crunch and a touch of elegance, creating a dish fit for a special occasion or a cozy dinner party. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more with every bite.

Here are our top 18 tried and tested recipes!

PAN-SEARED SALMON WITH ARTICHOKES AND WHITE WINE



Pan-Seared Salmon with Artichokes and White Wine image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
Four 6-ounce center-cut skinless salmon fillets
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons butter
3 sprigs fresh oregano plus 1 tablespoon chopped
One 9-ounce box frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
1 shallot, sliced
3/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cups baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets evenly with the salt and place each fillet flesh-side down in the hot skillet. Cook until deep golden brown, about 3 minutes. Sear the sides of the fillets for 1 minute on each side. Using a fish spatula, flip the fillets so the skin side is down and cook an additional 2 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and the oregano sprigs to the skillet and reduce the heat to medium. Baste the salmon fillets with the infused butter for 1 minute. Remove the salmon and oregano sprigs to a plate to rest.
  • In the same skillet over medium heat, add the artichoke hearts and shallots. Cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon, until the shallots are softened and the artichokes are beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. Add the chopped oregano and tomatoes and stir to combine. Deglaze the skillet with the white wine and allow the wine to cook down until reduced by half. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and the spinach. Cook until the spinach is just barely wilted. Spoon the vegetables onto a platter and top with the rested salmon. Spoon any remaining sauce over the fish and serve.

PESTO CHICKEN & ASPARAGUS



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With only five ingredients I can put a beautiful meal on the table for family or guests in very little time. I use store-bought pesto, which makes preparation quick and easy. This is a one-skillet dish, and it's also the only way I can get my 3-year-old son to eat asparagus. -Brooke Icenhour, Easley, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup prepared pesto
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked couscous

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute asparagus until crisp-tender. Stir in the cream, pesto and pepper until blended. Return chicken to the pan; heat through. Serve with couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 42g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 154mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

QUICK PASTA WITH SALMON AND TOMATOES IN CREAM SAUCE



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This is my favorite pasta dish made with fresh salmon and tomatoes in a cream sauce. If you want to reduce the calories, you can use milk for part of the cream, but believe me, with cream it is to die for!

Provided by Sabsi

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Salmon

Time 28m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
10 ounces salmon fillet, cut into cubes
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound tomatoes, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat while spaghetti is cooking and cook salmon and garlic until salmon is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and basil, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3 minutes. Pour in cream and simmer over low heat until flavors are well combined and salmon is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Serve sauce over cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.6 calories, Carbohydrate 59.7 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 66.9 mg, Sugar 4 g

BASIL PESTO SALMON PARMESAN



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Salmon with Smokehouse pepper, pesto smear, and a Parmesan crust. Serve with fresh-cooked green beans, asparagus, red wine, garlic bread, and Greek salad.

Provided by Mr. Saxton

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ pounds salmon fillets with skin on
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground smoked black pepper (such as McCormick® Smokehouse)
2 tablespoons pesto in olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Pull out any salmon bones with pliers. Slice salmon into 5 equal portions. Place salmon skin side-down on a sheet of aluminum foil. Transfer to a large baking pan. Season salmon with salt and pepper; loosely cover with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  • Remove baking pan from oven and uncover. Smear pesto over each portion of salmon. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Continue baking, uncovered, until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk butter and lemon juice together in a small bowl. Drizzle over salmon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 551.4 mg

ONE-PAN SALMON WITH ROAST ASPARAGUS



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For an easy side dish to complement a spring roast, just cook this recipe without the salmon

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

400g new potato, halved if large
2 tbsp olive oil
8 asparagus spears, trimmed and halved
2 handfuls cherry tomatoes
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 salmon fillets, about 140g/5oz each
handful basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Tip the potatoes and 1 tbsp of olive oil into an ovenproof dish, then roast the potatoes for 20 mins until starting to brown. Toss the asparagus in with the potatoes, then return to the oven for 15 mins.
  • Throw in the cherry tomatoes and vinegar and nestle the salmon amongst the vegetables. Drizzle with the remaining oil and return to the oven for a final 10-15 mins until the salmon is cooked. Scatter over the basil leaves and serve everything scooped straight from the dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 0.24 milligram of sodium

BASIL SALMON



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Homemade pesto adds instant flair to these tasty salmon fillets. While they bake in the oven, you can assemble the simple green salad.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon plus 4 teaspoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • For pesto, combine the basil, oil, garlic, pepper, lemon juice, salt and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. , Place the salmon in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Spread 2 tablespoons pesto over fillets. (Cover and refrigerate remaining pesto for another use.) , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-22 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.

PENNE WITH SALMON AND ASPARAGUS



Penne with Salmon and Asparagus image

3 of my most favorite things! This meal comes together fairly quickly, yet is elegant enough to serve to company.

Provided by skat5762

Categories     Penne

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package penne rigate or 1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
3 teaspoons olive oil
1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup chicken broth
1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut crosswise into thirds then lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • In a large saucepot, cook pasta as label directs and then drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a 12-inch skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add asparagus, salt and pepper and cook until asparagus is almost tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Add shallot and remaining 1 teaspoon oil; cook, stirring constantly, two minutes longer.
  • Add wine; heat to boiling over high heat.
  • Stir in broth and heat to boiling.
  • Arrange salmon slices in skillet; cover and cook until just opaque throughout, 2- 3 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in tarragon.
  • In a warmed serving bowl, toss pasta with asparagus mixture.

SALMON PENNE WITH BASIL PESTO CREAM SAUCE, ARTICHOKES, AND ASPARAGUS



Salmon Penne With Basil Pesto Cream Sauce, Artichokes, and Asparagus image

I first ate this dish at McCormick & Schmick's Restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia. Once I tasted it, I had to go home and duplicate it. This is approximate to the original dish, if not better!

Provided by By The Lake

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb salmon fillet
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 lb penne pasta
1/2 cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
2 -3 tablespoons pesto sauce
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can artichoke hearts, quartered
1/2 lb asparagus

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut the salmon into 1 inch cubes and place in a buttered baking dish. Add the lemon juice to the melted butter and drizzle over the salmon. Season the salmon with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bake for 15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Do not let the salmon overcook. Remove immediately from the oven and keep warm.
  • While the salmon is cooking, add the pasta to a large pot of salted boiling water. Cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Cut the asparagus into 1 inch pieces. Add the asparagus to the boiling water during the last three to five minutes of cooking. Drain and put in a large serving bowl.
  • While the salmon and pasta are cooking, combine the butter, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, and half-and-half in a saucepan. Season with garlic salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat. Add the pesto at this point. Go light with the pesto to ensure the sauce is lightly flavored.
  • Mix the artichoke hearts with the asparagus and penne pasta and pour the sauce over the pasta mixture. Mix lightly to coat everything. Add the salmon cubes to the top of the pasta. If desired, serve with extra parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1239.9, Fat 72.3, SaturatedFat 40.7, Cholesterol 239.7, Sodium 843.8, Carbohydrate 108.4, Fiber 20.2, Sugar 3.9, Protein 45.8

GARLICKY PESTO SALMON WITH PENNE



Garlicky Pesto Salmon with Penne image

This is my own rendition of one of my favorite garlic salmon pasta dishes at a downtown seafood restaurant. It is sure to become a favorite of yours, as well.

Provided by Danii

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound penne pasta
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless salmon fillets
4 tablespoons salted butter
1 cup fresh asparagus tips
1 cup quartered artichoke hearts
½ cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
¼ cup pesto
1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, cut salmon into small pieces.
  • Melt butter in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add salmon and stir a few times. Add asparagus tips, artichoke hearts, green onions, garlic, salt, and pepper. Saute until salmon is almost cooked, garlic is golden, and asparagus is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add cream and bring to a boil. Stir in pesto. Boil until sauce is reduced by at least 1/4 to 1/2. Add penne and toss thoroughly to coat.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 128.6 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 484.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SEA BASS WITH ARTICHOKE PESTO



Sea Bass with Artichoke Pesto image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Nonstick cooking spray
4 (5 to 6-ounce) sea bass filets, about 3/4-inch thick
1 (12-ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts
1/2 cup prepared basil pesto
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Put the sea bass filets in one layer, skin side up, into the baking dish. Drain the artichoke hearts, pouring the liquid over the fish. Let marinate while you make the pesto.
  • To make the pesto, put the artichoke hearts into the bowl of a food processor. Add the pesto and red pepper flakes and process until chunky. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and start processing again. Drizzle in 1 to 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, adding more as needed until you get the consistency that is thick but pourable. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. Can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.
  • Bake the sea bass until it is cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the pesto each onto 4 plates. Place the fish onto the pesto and also top with a generous spoonful of the pesto.

SALMON PESTO PASTA



Salmon Pesto Pasta image

This simple, flavorful dish is filling and super-quick to make. It can be served hot or chilled, making it perfect for either an easy dinner or picnic lunch.

Provided by Danielle Alex

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Kosher salt
One 16-ounce box fusilli pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red bell pepper, cut into small dice
1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 1/2 cups lightly packed basil leaves, plus more for garnish
1 large clove garlic
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (see Cook's Note)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add a large pinch of salt and cook the pasta according to package directions for al dente, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and bell pepper. Cook until the bell pepper starts to soften, about 1 minute. Add the salmon and red pepper flakes, if using, to the skillet and sprinkle with salt and the black pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes without stirring. Then continue cooking and stirring until the salmon is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add the lemon juice. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and set aside.
  • For the pesto: Place the basil, garlic, pine nuts, salt and black pepper in a blender. Start on low speed, then increase to medium. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and blend until smooth. Stop the blender and scrape down the sides. Add the cheese and blend a few seconds just to incorporate. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Drain the pasta and add it to the bowl with the salmon. Add the pesto and toss. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled. Finish with basil leaves and grated cheese if desired.

PENNE WITH BLUE CHEESE, PESTO, WALNUTS, AND ASPARAGUS



Penne With Blue Cheese, Pesto, Walnuts, and Asparagus image

I cut this out of the newspaper. It is great, but I would only recommend this for pesto lovers. This can be made with feta cheese instead of blue cheese.

Provided by Jamie Lynne

Categories     Penne

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

salt, for cooking pasta
8 ounces penne
1 cup walnut pieces
1 (3 1/2 ounce) jar pesto sauce (approx. 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup blue cheese (crumbled)
1/2 lb thin asparagus spear

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add salt and stir in the penne. Reduce to medium-high and cook penne, uncovered, until al dente, 6-7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and bake in preheated 350-degree o ven until lightly toasted, 4-5 minutes.
  • Place pesto and blue c heese in a large serving bowl and using a fork, mash the blue cheese into the pesto.
  • Rinse asparagus spears and snap off and discard their tough ends. Break spears into 1 1/2-inch long pieces.
  • During the last 3 minutes of the penne cooking time, add asparagus to pot and cook until bright green and crisp-tender. Drain penne and asparagus well in colander. Add to the bowl with the pesto and stir to coat them well. Top with toasted walnuts and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 6.3, Sodium 127.9, Carbohydrate 51.5, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 11.8

PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND BASIL



Penne with Asparagus and Basil image

Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Tomato     Sauté     Basil     Asparagus     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
Pinch of dried crushed red pepper
1 pound asparagus, stalks cut into 1/2-inch lengths
4 tomatoes, peeled, seeded, chopped
1 cup chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1/4 cup thinly slices fresh basil
8 ounces penne pasta
2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red pepper; sauté until garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Add asparagus, tomatoes, stock and 1/4 cup sliced basil. Cook until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Transfer to large bowl.
  • Pour sauce over pasta. Add cheese, parsley and 1/4 cup chopped basil. Toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

PENNE WITH CHICKEN, ARTICHOKES, AND PESTO CREAM



Penne With Chicken, Artichokes, and Pesto Cream image

Make and share this Penne With Chicken, Artichokes, and Pesto Cream recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
14 ounces artichoke hearts, drained and halved
14 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes, until golden all over. Add artichokes, tomatoes, cream, and pesto. Bring to a simmer and stir frequently for 3 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Fold in the cooked pasta and parmesan cheese. Cook 1 minute longer to heat through. Add more cream if neneed to thin out sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 736.3, Fat 30.3, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 136.3, Sodium 719.9, Carbohydrate 87, Fiber 16.1, Sugar 4.8, Protein 33.9

SALMON AND ASPARAGUS WITH PENNE AND LIGHT CREAM SAUCE



Salmon and Asparagus with Penne and Light Cream Sauce image

This is a really good recipe if you like salmon and asparagus. Even if you are not an asparagus lover, the ingredients give the asparagus an amazing flavor. I have always loved my homemade alfredo sauce, but now I prefer this sauce to my alfredo.

Provided by twroush02

Categories     Italian Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon olive oil
½ cup uncooked penne pasta, or as needed
¼ cup olive oil
¼ teaspoon white pepper
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon salt
½ pound salmon fillet
1 pinch salt
½ cup cut fresh asparagus (1 inch pieces), or as needed
2 cloves garlic, minced, or to taste
2 slices fresh lemon
1 ½ cups heavy cream
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 pinch salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Pour in 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Once the water is boiling, stir in the penne, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil, the white pepper, dill, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a skillet over medium-low heat until the oil is shimmering. Gently lay the salmon fillet into the oil, and sprinkle with 1 pinch of salt. Arrange the cut asparagus and bits of minced garlic around the salmon in the skillet. Squeeze the lemon slices over the salmon and asparagus, and place the squeezed slices into the skillet. Cover and cook for 8 minutes. Flip the salmon, and cook until the salmon is no longer translucent in the center, about 8 more minutes.
  • Remove the salmon, asparagus, garlic, and lemon slices from the skillet to a warmed plate, leaving the juices in the skillet. Whisk in the cream and enough Parmesan cheese to thicken the sauce. Let the cheese melt, and season to taste with salt. To serve, divide the cooked penne pasta, salmon, and asparagus between two plates, with the pasta to the side of the salmon. Spoon the cream sauce over the pasta, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1161.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 303.8 mg, Fat 105.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 48.4 g, Sodium 561.7 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

SMOKED SALMON PENNE



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This pasta dish is so easy to make because it makes its own sauce! The cream cheese melts to form an incredibly smooth and luxurious sauce that compliments that smoked salmon very well. This recipe is a favourite dinner party entree of Food Network celebrity Chef Michael Smith.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb penne (or your favourite shaped pasta like bowties, long pastas like spaghetti don't work as well)
1 cup room temperature cream cheese
1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
4 green onions, sliced
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup capers
8 ounces smoked salmon (or more)
sprinkled sea salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water on to boil. Season it liberally with salt. When it boils, add your choice of pasta. Cook to el dente, until the pasta is cooked through but still pleasantly chewy.
  • Scoop out 1 cup or so of the starchy cooking water. Drain the pasta but not quite all the way. Leave it a bit wet. Put the pasta back into the pot along with a splash or two of the reserved water, about 1/2 cup or so in total then immediately add the rest of the ingredients.
  • While the pasta is till steaming hot toss well melting the cheese and forming the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

PENNE WITH TUNA, BASIL, AND LEMON



Penne with Tuna, Basil, and Lemon image

Categories     Fish     Pasta     Low Fat     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Lemon     Basil     Tuna     Summer     Gourmet     Small Plates

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 pound penne
1 garlic clove
1 lemon
1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves
a 6-ounce can tuna in olive oil (not drained)

Steps:

  • Bring a 4-quart pasta pot three fourths full with salted water to a boil for penne. Mince garlic. Finely grate enough lemon zest to measure 1 tablespoon and squeeze 1 teaspoon juice. Cut basil into thin strips. In a large bowl toss together garlic, zest, juice, basil, and tuna with oil from can.
  • Boil penne until al dente and drain in a colander. Add penne to bowl and toss with salt and pepper to taste.

PENNE WITH TOMATOES, PESTO AND ARTICHOKES



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Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Sauté     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Artichoke     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 6- to 7-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained,3 tablespoons oil reserved
1 large onion, chopped
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
1/2 cup purchased pesto
12 ounces penne pasta, freshly cooked
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil reserved from artichokes in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is tender, about 7 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juices and artichokes. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes. Add pesto; simmer 1 minute longer. Mix in pasta and 1/3 cup cheese. Season pasta with salt and pepper.Transfer pasta to large bowl. Serve, passing additional Parmesan separately.

Tips:

  • For a more intense pesto flavor, use freshly picked basil leaves.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute milk or half and half.
  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or shrimp instead of raw.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little bit of heat.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or chives.

Conclusion:

Salmon penne with basil pesto cream sauce, artichokes, and asparagus is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!

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