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Creamy Salmon Pasta with Spinach and Capers: A Quick and Elegant Meal

A quick, elegant pasta dish featuring tender salmonfillets, creamy sauce, spinach, and capers, tossed with pappardelle and readyin under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 700 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon:

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Cream Sauce:

  • 12 oz pappardelle pasta or any pasta of your choice
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 1 tsp grated lemon zest
  • 5 oz baby spinach leaves
  • 2 tbsp capers

Instructions
 

For the Salmon:

  • Season and Cook the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with kosher salt and black pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.

For the Pasta and Cream Sauce:

  • Cook the Pasta: While the salmon is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once al dente, drain and set aside.
  • Make the Cream Sauce: In the same skillet used for the salmon, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Pour in the dry white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, reducing slightly. Stir in the heavy cream and lemon zest, whisking to combine.
  • Add Spinach and Capers: Stir the baby spinach leaves into the cream sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until the spinach wilts. Add the capers and continue stirring.
  • Combine Everything: Toss the cooked pasta into the cream sauce, making sure it’s evenly coated. Gently flake the cooked salmon and fold it into the pasta, being careful not to break it up too much.
  • Serve: Divide the creamy salmon pasta into bowls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 700kcal
Keyword Creamy salmon pasta
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