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Fresh Spring Pasta with Salmon, Peas, and Dill

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A light and satisfying pasta dish featuring tender salmon, sweet peas, and fresh dill in a creamy sauce, perfect for spring or any time of year.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces dry pasta (linguine or fettuccine recommended)
  • Salt, for pasta water
  • 12 ounces salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, roughly chopped
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: freshly grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8–10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain pasta and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon chunks with salt and pepper. Cook salmon for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through but still tender. Remove salmon to a plate and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add minced shallot and garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and translucent, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Stir in peas, then pour in 1/4 cup broth if using, and 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring to combine.
  5. Return cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss gently to coat with sauce, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if sauce is too thick.
  6. Gently fold in cooked salmon chunks and chopped fresh dill. Squeeze in juice of half a lemon, season with salt and pepper to taste. Warm through for 1–2 minutes, letting flavors meld but avoiding breaking up the salmon too much.
  7. Remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest over the top before serving.

Notes

Avoid overcooking salmon to keep it moist and tender. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Add most of the dill at the end to preserve its fresh flavor. Use frozen peas if fresh are unavailable. For dairy-free, substitute cream with coconut milk and butter with olive oil.

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Keywords: spring pasta, salmon pasta, peas, dill, easy dinner, quick pasta recipe, creamy pasta, healthy pasta, weeknight dinner

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