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Creamy salmon asparagus pasta garnished with fresh herbs in a bowl.

Creamy Salmon Asparagus Pasta

A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring creamy sauce, fresh asparagus, and flaky salmon, perfect for a special dinner or date night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Veggies
  • 8 ounces pasta (your choice) Cook according to package instructions
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus Trimmed and cut into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing asparagus
Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or dairy-free cream alternative
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For added creaminess and flavor
Salmon
  • 2 cups cooked salmon Flaked or in pieces
Seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • red pepper flakes (optional) For added spice

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta and Asparagus
  1. Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan and sauté asparagus until tender.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a separate bowl, mix together heavy cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the pan with the asparagus.
  2. Add the cooked salmon and creamy sauce to the pan, tossing everything together.
  3. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

For best results, serve immediately. You can store the sauce in the fridge and reheat before adding to pasta. Enjoy with a fresh salad and crusty bread.