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Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine

Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine That’s Ready in 30 Minutes

A quick, creamy pasta dish featuring smoked salmon, perfect for busy days. Enjoy this Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine in under 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Linguine Pasta or any long pasta
  • 1 tbsp Salt for seasoning
For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Cold-Smoked Salmon avoid hot-smoked or canned varieties
  • 2 tbsp Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic opt for fresh
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter option
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh is preferred
  • 2 tbsp Capers omit if desired
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente, stirring regularly.
  3. Before draining, reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water. Drain the linguine and set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil. Add reserved pasta water and lemon juice.
  6. Simmer the sauce for another 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened, then season with salt as needed.
  7. Add the drained linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat thoroughly in the sauce.
  8. Gently fold in pieces of cold-smoked salmon and capers, heating through without overcooking salmon.
  9. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat gently with a splash of cream.

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