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Quick Salmon & Spinach Pasta

Quick Salmon & Spinach Pasta

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Quick Salmon & Spinach Pasta is a delightful and nutritious dish that marries the rich flavors of flaky salmon with fresh spinach, all enveloped in a creamy Greek yogurt sauce. This vibrant recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—but also versatile enough for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its light yet satisfying profile, this dish promises to impress everyone at your table while ensuring you spend minimal time in the kitchen.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound salmon fillet with skin
  • 12 oz rigatoni (or your favorite pasta)
  • 4 cups baby spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of one lemon
  • 2 teaspoons dried dill (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the salmon skin-side down on the baking sheet; season it with dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Bake for 7-10 minutes until opaque and flaky.
  3. In a large pot, boil water and cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. Return drained pasta to the pot over low heat; add spinach and toss until wilted. Mix in Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and red pepper flakes, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  5. Gently fold in salmon chunks and serve immediately.
  • Author: Ina Cripple
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 430mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg