Salmon and Spinach Fettuccine

Salmon and Spinach Fettuccine
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    591

Indulge in the symphony of flavors with this creamy fettuccine, where succulent smoked salmon meets vibrant spinach in a luscious Parmesan sauce. A restaurant-worthy dish you can create in your own kitchen.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    49 g
  • Cholesterol
    66 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    12 g
  • Sodium
    1065 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    23 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 13 mins Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package directions, about 11-13 minutes, or until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. (13 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Slowly stir in the Parmesan cheese, a handful at a time, until completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Gently fold in the flaked smoked salmon, spinach, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted and the salmon is heated through. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency. (1 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Add the drained fettuccine to the saucepan with the sauce and toss to coat thoroughly. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh oregano, if desired.

For an even richer sauce, use heavy cream instead of milk.
If you don't have fresh oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano can be substituted.
To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free fettuccine.
Smoked salmon can be substituted with grilled salmon or shrimp.
Adding a squeeze of lemon juice at the end will brighten the flavors.

Korey Greenfelder

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 197 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Allene Moen

    I never thought to combine smoked salmon and spinach like this. It's a game-changer!

  • Amy Roob

    This recipe is amazing! My family loved it, and it was so easy to make.

  • Jaron Bayer

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat, and it was perfect!

  • Adan Prosacco

    The sauce was a bit thick for my liking, but adding some pasta water fixed it right up.

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