Description
Quick Salmon & Spinach Pasta is a wholesome and delicious meal that perfectly balances flaky salmon and fresh spinach in a creamy Greek yogurt sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed gatherings with friends and family. The combination of light flavors, enhanced by zesty lemon and aromatic dill, makes it both satisfying and nutritious. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner or a versatile dish to impress guests, this pasta recipe can easily adapt to your favorite ingredients, ensuring everyone at the table will enjoy it.
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- 12 oz rigatoni (or preferred pasta)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 cups baby spinach
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Dried dill, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place salmon skin-side down on a lined baking sheet. Season with dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 7-10 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily. Remove the skin and break into chunks.
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the same pot over low heat, add spinach to drained pasta and toss until wilted. Stir in Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Gently fold in salmon chunks until well-coated. Serve immediately with garnished parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out the rigatoni for your favorite pasta shape; adjust cooking times as necessary. Add extra vegetables like cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for added nutrition. This dish stores well for meal prep; simply refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container.