Creamy Salmon and Leek Pasta

Creamy Salmon and Leek Pasta

A super easy springtime pasta! Not too heavy, not too light, some would say; ‘just right.’ Not many ingredients but big time flavor.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Yield:
2 servings
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • ½ (8 ounce) package spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large leek – light parts only, rinsed, and chopped
  • salt to taste
  • ½ cup white wine
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 1 cup creme fraiche
  • 1 teaspoon tarragon Dijon mustard
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 6 ounces skinless, boneless salmon, sliced
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro, or to taste
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

Directions

Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.

Step 2
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir leek in butter until slightly softened, 6 to 7 minutes; season with salt. Pour white wine and lemon juice over the leeks, and bring to a boil while scraping any browned bits of food from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Simmer until most of the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes.

Step 3
Stir creme fraiche, mustard, and 1 pinch cayenne pepper into the leek mixture. Reduce heat to low and let cook until warmed, about 5 minutes. Add salmon to sauce; cook and stir until salmon starts to flake and is no longer pink in the center, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in cilantro. Pour sauce over spaghetti; toss to coat. Garnish with a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Chef’s Note:

This recipe will work with any other fish, poultry, or meat. You can use cilantro, parsley, tarragon, or your favorite chopped fresh herbs.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

896
Calories
57g
Fat
62g
Carbs
31g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 896
% Daily Value *
Total Fat57g 73%
Saturated Fat33g 167%
Cholesterol216mg 72%
Sodium207mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate62g 23%
Dietary Fiber5g 17%
Total Sugars9g
Protein31g
Vitamin C35mg 173%
Calcium119mg 9%
Iron5mg 25%
Potassium711mg 15%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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