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Creamy Asparagus & Salmon Pasta

Indulge in the deliciousness of Creamy Asparagus & Salmon Pasta, a dish that not only excites your taste buds but also works perfectly with your Slimming World journey. This recipe combines pasta, fresh salmon, and vibrant asparagus in a creamy Greek yogurt-based sauce, creating a flavourful mid-week Syn-free meal. 
Nutritional Information
Slimming World: Syn Free
Weight Watchers : Coming Soon
Calories: 455 Per Serving
Course Main Course
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 200g Whole Wheat Pasta
  • 260g Boneless Salmon Fillets
  • 125g Asparagus Tips [Trimmed and cut into bite sized pieces]
  • 1 Medium Onion [Diced]
  • 2 Garlic Cloves [Minced]
  • 150g Fat Free Greek Style Yoghurt [Room Temp]
  • 80ml Chicken or Vegetable Stock
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill [Finely Chopped]
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Low calorie cooking spray

Instructions

  • Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of water, add a pinch of salt, and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Prepare the Salmon: Season the salmon fillet with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat a pan over medium-high heat with a spritz of low calorie cooking spray. Add the salmon and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until it flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Sauté the Veggies: In the same pan, add the chopped onion and asparagus. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Make the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the Greek yogurt, chicken or vegetable broth and lemon juice. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
  • Flake the Salmon: Gently flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and add it to the pan.
  • Combine and Season: Return the cooked pasta to the pan with the creamy salmon and asparagus mixture. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and ingredients evenly. Stir in the fresh dill and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve: Portion the Creamy Asparagus & Salmon Pasta into serving plates. If desired, garnish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese (note that the cheese adds extra calories/syns).