Initially, the idea of pasta with salmon seemed unusual to me, but after trying this simple recipe for salmon pasta without cream, and enhanced with delightful ingredients like olives and capers, my perspective changed. These components, when combined with pasta and salmon, create a delightful dish that I found surprisingly delicious. I even came across a similar recipe from Jamie Oliver, reinforcing the idea that these ingredients complement each other perfectly, making it a dish truly worth experiencing.
Recipe
Ingredients in this recipe
- 8 oz (about 225 g) pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 1 lb (about 450 g) boneless, skinless salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to your taste)
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of chopped or whole black olives (you can also use green olives)
- 1/4 cup drained capers
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges to serve
Step-by-step instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain the cooked pasta and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the salmon fillets to the pan and sear for about 3 minutes on each side until cooked. Remove the salmon from the pan and use a fork to break it into pieces according to your preference.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the same pan. Sauté for about 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
- Then add cherry tomatoes, black olives, and capers. Cook for another 4 minutes to soften the tomatoes and heat through the other ingredients.
- Return the cooked salmon pieces to the pan and mix everything gently. Cook for an additional 3 minutes to warm the salmon through.
- Finally, add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to combine and coat in the mixture of other ingredients.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in fresh parsley for more freshness.
- Serve the simple salmon pasta without cream immediately, decorated with lemon wedges on the side of the plate. Enjoy the delicious taste thanks to the great ingredients and the balanced combination of flavors.
In this simple salmon pasta recipe, placing a strong emphasis on the use of high-quality and fresh ingredients is crucial. This is especially true for salmon, as its quality significantly impacts the entire dish. Pay attention to the quality of pasta and other ingredients as well, as they contribute to the overall flavor. Feel free to choose the pasta type according to your preferences or what you have available, whether it’s fettuccine, spaghetti, macaroni, or even gnocchi. This versatile recipe can be easily adapted to suit your personal taste preferences. Enjoy!
