Description
A delightful dish that combines rich flavors with a creamy texture, featuring spicy Cajun seasoning and tender salmon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water, add fettuccine, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
- Season salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add salmon, and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove and flake into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts. Add Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta and flaked salmon to the skillet. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For freezing, do so before adding cream; prepare the sauce after thawing.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cajun, Salmon, Pasta, One-Pot, Creamy