Best 5 Summer Salmon Pasta Recipes
With its light and flaky texture, summer salmon is the perfect protein to pair with pasta. The delicate flavor of the salmon complements a variety of sauces, from creamy Alfredo to tangy pesto. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, there's a summer salmon pasta recipe out there for you.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LIGHT LEMON GARLIC PASTA WITH SALMON
Get into summer full swing with this light lemon garlic pasta with salmon. Full of fresh, summer flavors!
Provided by The Cooking Jar
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, season salmon with salt and pepper to taste and bake at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain and toss with garlic, olive oil, basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add lemon juice, zest and capers to the pasta and toss to mix.
- Flake the salmon into bite-size pieces.
- Gently toss salmon with the pasta.
- Dish and serve hot topped with freshly grated or shaved Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Sugar 2.2 g, Sodium 493.8 mg, Fat 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 57.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 27.2 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg
SALMON PASTA
This method of cooking salmon makes for such tasty fish that you might want to serve it on its own. Just follow the first two steps, and serve the fillet with a green vegetable.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Salmon Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the broiler. Put fennel seeds in a small, self-sealing plastic bag, and crush with a rolling pin. Add parsley, brown sugar, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper to the bag, and shake to mix.
- Press the mixture onto the skinless side of the salmon. Broil salmon, skin side down, until it is no longer red in the center, about 8 minutes.
- Flake the fish with a fork. Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 13 minutes. Reserve about 1/2 cup cooking water, and drain pasta. Return it to the warm pot, add spinach, and toss.
- In a bowl, mix together sour cream, lemon juice to taste, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons pasta water.
- Put pasta on plates, top with salmon, and drizzle with the sour-cream mixture. Or simply toss pasta and spinach in the pot with the salmon and the sour-cream mixture, adding pasta water as needed, and serve.
SUMMER SALMON PASTA
Inject a bit of health into your mealtime with this veg packed pasta full of goodness - easily adapted for vegetarians
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Snack, Supper
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to pack instructions, adding the salmon to the water 6 mins before the end of the cooking time.
- Heat the oil in a pan, then cook the pine nuts until toasted. Add the pepper and fry until softened. Tip in the mushrooms and stir until they start to soften, then add a ladleful of the pasta water.
- When the pasta is cooked, remove the salmon to a plate, then drain the pasta. Fork the salmon into flakes and add to the vegetables along with the pasta and the basil leaves. Season with pepper and lightly toss together before serving
Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 69 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 0.39 milligram of sodium
SALMON PASTA SALAD
This recipe was one of my husband's favorite ways to enjoy salmon. I've had it so long I don't even remember where it came from originally. This salad is a nice light meal for a hot summer day, and it lets the salmon flavor come through. -Mary Dennis, Bryan, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss the pasta, salmon, tomatoes, cucumber and onion. For dressing, combine the oil, lemon or lime juice, dill, garlic, salt and pepper; mix well. Pour over pasta. Cover and chill. Serve over lettuce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
EASY SALMON PASTA
It's rich, but it's fast and easy and delicious. I often serve it during the busy holiday season when we need a quick supper because we have to rush off somewhere.
Provided by Lennie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions -- until al dente; drain well.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, bring cream to a boil; boil for 3 minutes or until reduced and slightly thickened.
- Stir in one can of salmon (red looks best), drained well and bones removed, the cheese and the drained pasta.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss lightly.
- Turn on your hot water tap until water runs hot and warm the bowl you will serve pasta in; pat dry.
- Place pasta in the serving dish.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onion and serve with extra parmesan to sprinkle on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 820.7, Fat 54.1, SaturatedFat 30.1, Cholesterol 215.8, Sodium 209.8, Carbohydrate 59.4, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 0.3, Protein 26.5
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh salmon fillets. If you're using frozen salmon, thaw it completely before cooking.
- To prevent the salmon from sticking to the pan, make sure the pan is well-oiled before adding the fish.
- Cook the salmon over medium heat until it is cooked through. Overcooking will make the salmon dry and tough.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your pasta dish. This will add flavor and color to the dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different sauces and seasonings. There are many different ways to make a delicious salmon pasta dish.
Conclusion:
Salmon pasta is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed all year round. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a salmon pasta dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try.
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