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Pesto spaghetti in a white bowl topped with roasted salmon and pecorino cheese with lemon wedges on the side.

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Salmon Pesto Pasta

Recipe by Veronika Sykorova

This Salmon Pesto Pasta requires minimal effort and you can have it ready on the table in just 30 minutes! Serve as is or with a side salad.

  • Total Time25 minutes
  • Yield3-4 1x
  • DietLow Lactose

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 9 oz (250g) spaghetti
  • 10-14 oz (300-400g) raw salmon (boneless, skin on or off depending on your preference)
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce
  • 1/4 cup pecorino cheese or parmesan (plus more for serving)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 lemon for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400F (200C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Wash and dry your salmon, cut it into even pieces (approx. 1 ½ inch), and add them to a medium bowl.
  3. Add avocado oil and toss to coat the salmon.
  4. Add cajun seasoning and sea salt and toss again to coat well.
  5. Set aside in the fridge until ready to cook.
  6. Cook your spaghetti according to package instructions (approx. 11-13 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water before draining.
  7. While the pasta is cooking, roast the salmon.
  8. Lay the salmon pieces on your prepared baking sheet leaving enough space in between them.
  9. Roast the salmon in the oven for 6-8 minutes. If your pieces are smaller or bigger, the cooking time may vary.
  10. Drain and rinse the pasta reserving some of the cooking water and return it back into the pot.
  11. Add pesto, a splash of the cooking water, pecorino cheese, and black pepper.
  12. Gently stir and toss to coat the pasta and add more pasta water as needed.
  13. Serve the pasta topped with roasted salmon, more black pepper, pecorino cheese, and lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Storing: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days.

Salmon: The cuts of salmon you'll get will vary. Try to aim for about 3-4 oz per person.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American

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