Description
Quick Salmon & Spinach Pasta is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines flaky salmon with tender spinach, all enveloped in a creamy Greek yogurt sauce. This quick 20-minute recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking for a healthy yet satisfying meal. The vibrant flavors of lemon and dill complement the salmon beautifully, while the addition of baby spinach adds essential vitamins and minerals. With its mild taste, this dish appeals to both children and adults, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound salmon fillet with skin
- 12 oz rigatoni (or your favorite pasta)
- 4 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons dried dill (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- Zest of one lemon
- Fresh lemon juice
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet and place the salmon skin-side down. Season with dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
- Bake the salmon for about 7-10 minutes until opaque and flaky. Remove from skin and break into chunks.
- In a large pot of boiling water, cook the rigatoni until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Return the drained pasta to the pot over low heat. Add spinach, tossing until wilted. Stir in Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes; use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
- Gently fold in the salmon chunks until coated with sauce. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg