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Creamy Lemon Salmon Pasta

30 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$22.00650 cal · 38g protein

Ingredients

  • salmon fillets1 lb
  • linguine12 oz
  • lemons2 count
  • heavy cream¾ cup
  • frozen peas1 cup
  • garlic3 cloves
  • fresh dill1 bunch
  • parmesan cheese½ cup
  • olive oil1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the linguine in salted boiling water, adding the peas for the last minute; save 0.5 cup pasta water and drain.

  2. 2

    Season the salmon with salt and pepper and cook in olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, 4 minutes per side, until it flakes; transfer to a plate and break into large pieces.

  3. 3

    Lower the heat, add the garlic for 30 seconds, then the cream, zest of 1 lemon, and juice of 1 lemon; simmer 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in the parmesan, then toss in the pasta, peas, and a splash of pasta water.

  5. 5

    Gently fold in the salmon and chopped dill, and serve with lemon wedges.

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