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Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine Recipe

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This Healthier Smoked Salmon Linguine is a creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender linguine tossed in a garlic cream sauce with lemon juice, capers, and smoky salmon, garnished with fresh parsley for a light yet indulgent meal.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 1 lb linguine

Garlic Cream Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp salted butter (preferably Kerrygold)
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 6–8 garlic cloves, finely chopped

Final Dish

  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 lb smoked salmon
  • 3–4 tbsp reserved pasta water
  • 2 tbsp capers, drained

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Cream Sauce: In a large saucepan or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, making sure it doesn’t brown. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle boil.
  3. Thicken the Sauce: Add the lemon juice and 3-4 tablespoons of reserved pasta water to the boiling cream. Bring the mixture back to a gentle boil to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. Season with salt to taste and remove from heat.
  4. Combine Pasta with Sauce: Add the cooked linguine into the cream sauce and toss thoroughly to coat the pasta evenly.
  5. Add Smoked Salmon and Capers: Break the smoked salmon into smaller pieces using a fork and add it along with the drained capers to the pasta. Toss everything together until well combined.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve the smoked salmon linguine hot and enjoy.

Notes

  • Reserve pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency without thinning the flavor.
  • Be careful not to brown garlic to maintain a mild, pleasant taste.
  • Use good quality smoked salmon for the best flavor.
  • This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Keywords: smoked salmon linguine, garlic cream sauce pasta, easy pasta recipe, lemon garlic pasta, capers pasta, creamy linguine

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