Description
Creamy Cajun Salmon Penne with Spinach is a dish that brings together rich flavors and vibrant colors, featuring creamy sauce, tender salmon, and fresh spinach.
Ingredients
- Penne Pasta: 12 oz (340 g)
- Salmon Fillets: 2 skinless fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Cajun Seasoning: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh Spinach: 4 cups packed
- Garlic: 3 cloves minced
- Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup grated
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Season the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side until flaky.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet, then add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and reserved pasta water, then mix in Cajun seasoning and Parmesan cheese to create the sauce.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Flake the cooked salmon and gently fold it into the pasta mixture.
- Serve the dish with extra Parmesan cheese and optional garnishes.
Notes
- Customize spice level by adjusting Cajun seasoning.
- Consider using shrimp or chicken as protein alternatives.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Salmon Penne, Salmon Pasta, Cajun Recipe, Spinach Pasta