Creamy Garlic Salmon Alfredo Pasta

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This Creamy Garlic Salmon Alfredo Pasta is rich, comforting, and surprisingly easy to make.
Perfectly seared salmon sits on top of creamy Alfredo pasta, finished with garlic, parmesan, and herbs for a restaurant-quality dish at home.

Ideal for date nights, special dinners, or high-engagement food content.

📝 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Flaky, juicy salmon
  • Ultra-creamy garlic Alfredo sauce
  • Simple ingredients, elegant result
  • Ready in under 35 minutes

🛒 Ingredients

Pasta

  • 300 g fettuccine or linguine
  • Salt (for boiling water)

Salmon

  • 2 salmon fillets (skinless or skin-on)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika

Creamy Alfredo Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 250 ml heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped
  • Black sesame or cracked pepper (optional)

👩‍🍳 How to Make Creamy Salmon Alfredo Pasta

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook pasta until al dente.
  3. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

Step 2: Cook the Salmon

  1. Season salmon with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear salmon 3–4 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
  4. Remove from pan and cut into chunks.

💡 Do not overcook — salmon should be juicy inside.

Step 3: Make the Alfredo Sauce

  1. In the same pan, melt butter over low heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds).
  3. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently.
  4. Stir in parmesan until smooth and creamy.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Combine & Serve

  1. Add cooked pasta to the sauce.
  2. Toss gently, adding pasta water if needed.
  3. Plate pasta and top with salmon pieces.
  4. Garnish with herbs and extra pepper.

🌟 Pro Tips

  • Use fresh parmesan, not pre-shredded
  • Keep heat low to prevent sauce splitting
  • Add lemon zest for a fresh touch
  • Want extra richness? Add a splash of cream at the end

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve hot with garlic bread
  • Pair with a simple green salad
  • Perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights

📦 Storage

  • Store in fridge up to 2 days
  • Reheat gently on low heat
  • Add a splash of cream or milk when reheating

🔥 Variations

  • Add spinach or mushrooms
  • Use shrimp instead of salmon
  • Make it spicy with chili flakes
  • Swap Alfredo for lemon-butter sauce

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