Cajun Salmon Pasta
Delicious Cajun Salmon Pasta featuring salmon, creamy sauce, and spices for a flavorful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 2 servings
Calories 550 kcal
Pasta and Salmon
- 4 ounces uncooked pasta
- 0.5 pound fresh salmon
- Flour for dredging
- 0.5 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- Fresh basil, torn to taste optional
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese to taste optional
- Salt & pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
Boil a large, salted pot of water for the pasta. Cook it al dente according to package directions. When the pasta is about 10 minutes away from being done, start the sauce.
Lightly season the salmon with salt & pepper and then coat it in flour.
Add the oil and butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the salmon for 2 minutes/side.
Take the fish out of the pan and set it aside. Reduce the stove's heat to medium.
Add the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Dijon mustard to the pan. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
Add the cream, lemon juice, and Cajun seasoning to the pan. Stir until the sauce is smooth.
Add the salmon back into the pan and break it up using your spoon. Let it cook for a few more minutes until it's cooked through and the sauce has thickened up a bit. Add some fresh basil in the last minute or two of cooking if using.
Drain the pasta and toss it with the sauce. Serve with freshly grated parmesan if desired.
Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Cajun, Creamy Sauce, easy dinner, Pasta, quick meal, salmon