Quick & Easy Creamy Salmon Pasta
Cooking up something delicious doesn’t need to be time-consuming or complicated! This creamy salmon pasta is the ultimate comfort food that’s quick to prepare, low in calories, and packed with rich, satisfying flavours. Whether you're whipping up a midweek meal or impressing guests, this recipe delivers indulgence without the guilt. Slimming World and Weight Watchers-friendly, it’s a hit for anyone watching their health goals.Nutritional Information:Slimming World: 3 Syns Per Portion Calories: 360 Per ServingWeight Watchers: 6 Points Per Serving
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 300g Dried pasta [Tagliatelle, penne, spaghetti, or fusilli]
- 2 x 120g Salmon Fillets [Skin Removed]
- 100g Low-fat soft cheese
- 1 Garlic Clove [Crushed]
- 1 Onion [Peeled, Diced]
- 200ml Vegetable Stock
- Zest and juice of ½ Lemon
- Fresh Parsley
- Low-calorie cooking spray
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water according to the packet instructions. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- Prepare the salmon: Spray a non-stick pan with low-calorie cooking spray. Gently cook the salmon fillets for 3–4 minutes on each side until flaky. Remove from the pan, break into chunks, and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same pan, spray a little more cooking spray. Sauté the onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add the vegetable stock and soft cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta, lemon zest and juice, and a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce. Toss gently to coat.
- Add the salmon: Fold in the salmon chunks and heat for a minute and season to taste.Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve: Divide into four portions, and enjoy!