Description
Salmon Fettuccine Creamy Alfredo is a luxurious dish that combines silky fettuccine with tender, flaky salmon in a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe brings comfort and sophistication to your table in just under 30 minutes. The delightful aroma and creamy texture will make your family and guests ask for seconds, making it an ultimate crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Season salmon with salt and pepper; cook skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and flake into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream while stirring.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper; simmer gently.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the sauce and flaked salmon until well coated.
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg