Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe features tender linguine tossed in a rich, creamy sauce with succulent smoked salmon, fresh garlic, and a hint of zesty lemon. Add some capers for a burst of flavor and garnish with parsley for an elegant touch. In just 25 minutes, you can create a gourmet meal that is healthy and incredibly flavorful, making it ideal for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound linguini noodles
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 6–8 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 cup thick cream
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 pound smoked salmon
- 2 tablespoons drained capers
- Salt to taste
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the linguini in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a frying pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add cream and lemon juice to the pan; season with salt.
- Combine drained linguini with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Fold in smoked salmon and capers gently.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg