Description
Transform a humble dinner into a gourmet experience with this savory smoked salmon linguine, combining rich flavors and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
- 8 ounces smoked salmon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice from 1 lemon
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente, typically 9-11 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Add cream and spinach: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate salmon: Gently fold in the smoked salmon, lemon zest, and juice. Heat through for another 2-3 minutes without boiling.
- Combine with pasta: Add the drained linguine to the skillet, tossing to combine. Gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Season and garnish: Season with salt, pepper, and fresh dill to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with additional dill if desired.
Notes
Serve alongside a fresh salad or with crusty whole-grain bread for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: smoked salmon, linguine, pasta, gourmet, easy dinner, quick recipe, seafood
