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Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine

Creamy Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine for Quick Weeknight Joy

This Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine is a quick, creamy dish, perfect for busy weeknights while maintaining health goals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Linguine Pasta Feel free to swap with any long pasta you prefer.
For the Sauce
  • 5-6 ounces Cold-Smoked Salmon Adds a rich flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Opt for olive oil for a lighter touch.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Use fresh juice for best flavor.
For Garnish and Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Optional but recommended.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to the saltiness of your salmon.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes. Add reserved pasta water and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat and season the sauce with salt to taste.
  5. Add the drained linguine to the skillet and gently toss to coat.
  6. Fold in cold-smoked salmon and capers, stirring gently to combine.
  7. Transfer to serving plates and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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