Creamy Smoked Salmon Pasta Delight
Indulge in a luscious pasta dish where tender, smoked salmon melds harmoniously with sauteed mushrooms and a creamy soy-based sauce. Infused with fresh dill and chives, this dish offers a rich yet refreshing experience. Perfect for lunch or a sophisticated snack, it's both indulgent and friendly for those mindful of their dietary needs.
6
Servings
250
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Olive oil
2 tablespoons (none)
Button mushrooms
1 cup (finely sliced)
Dry white wine
1 cup (none)
Fresh dill
1 1/2 teaspoons (chopped)
Chives
1/4 cup (snipped)
Very low-fat unsweetened soy cream
1 1/4 cups (none)
Smoked salmon
8 ounces (cut into thin strips)
Ground black pepper
to taste (none)
Lemon juice
to taste (none)
Fresh spaghetti or linguine
12 ounces (none)
Chives
for garnish (none)
Instructions
1
Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
2
Add the finely sliced mushrooms and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened but not browned.
3
Pour in the dry white wine and increase the heat to bring to a rapid boil. Allow it to reduce significantly, about 5 minutes.
4
Lower the heat and stir in the chopped dill, snipped chives, and soy cream (or fromage frais).
5
Fold in the smoked salmon strips, reheating gently without allowing the mixture to boil, to prevent curdling.
6
Season with ground black pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice to your preference.
7
Cover the skillet and keep the sauce warm.
8
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water until al dente.
9
Drain the pasta, rinse thoroughly with boiling water, and drain again.
10
Transfer the pasta to a warmed serving bowl and toss gently with the warm salmon sauce.
11
Serve immediately, garnished with additional chives.
Nutrition Information
8.3g
Fat
30g
Carbs
12.7g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Smoked Salmon Pasta Delight?
It is a luscious pasta dish featuring smoked salmon, sauteed mushrooms, and a creamy soy-based sauce infused with fresh dill and chives.
What are the primary ingredients in this recipe?
The main ingredients include smoked salmon, button mushrooms, dry white wine, soy cream, fresh dill, chives, and fresh spaghetti or linguine.
Is this salmon pasta recipe suitable for diabetics?
Yes, it is tagged as diabetic-friendly and uses low-fat unsweetened soy cream.
How many calories are in one serving of this pasta?
There are 250 calories per serving.
What kind of mushrooms should I use?
The recipe calls for button mushrooms, finely sliced.
Can I substitute soy cream with something else?
Yes, the instructions suggest that fromage frais can be used as an alternative to soy cream.
How long should I saute the mushrooms?
Sauté the mushrooms for 4 to 5 minutes until they are softened but not browned.
What type of wine is recommended for the sauce?
A dry white wine is recommended for this recipe.
How do I prevent the creamy sauce from curdling?
To prevent curdling, reheat the mixture gently and do not allow it to boil once the cream and salmon have been added.
What kind of pasta is best for this dish?
Fresh spaghetti or linguine are the best choices for this recipe.
How much protein is in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 12.7 grams of protein.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields 6 servings.
How should the smoked salmon be prepared?
The smoked salmon should be cut into thin strips before being folded into the sauce.
Is this dish high in fat?
No, it contains 8.3g of fat per serving, which is relatively moderate for a creamy pasta dish.
How do I prepare the chives for this recipe?
The chives should be snipped for the sauce and additional chives can be used for garnish.
Why should I rinse the pasta with boiling water after draining?
Rinsing with boiling water helps ensure the pasta stays hot and removes excess starch before tossing with the sauce.
Is this recipe suitable for a light snack?
Yes, it is described as being perfect for both lunch and as a sophisticated snack.
How much olive oil is needed?
You will need 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
The dish contains 30 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What should I use to garnish the final dish?
The dish should be garnished with additional snipped chives.
How is the sauce seasoned?
The sauce is seasoned with ground black pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice to your preference.
How much soy cream is required?
The recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups of very low-fat unsweetened soy cream.
Can I use linguine if I don't have spaghetti?
Yes, the recipe specifically mentions linguine as an alternative to spaghetti.
What amount of smoked salmon is needed?
You will need 8 ounces of smoked salmon.
How much white wine is used in the sauce?
The recipe uses 1 cup of dry white wine, which is reduced by boiling.
Should the mushrooms be browned during cooking?
No, they should be sautéed until softened but not browned.
What herbs are used in the sauce?
The sauce is infused with 1 1/2 teaspoons of chopped fresh dill and 1/4 cup of snipped chives.
How long does it take to reduce the wine?
It takes about 5 minutes of rapid boiling to significantly reduce the wine.
Is the pasta cooked al dente?
Yes, the instructions specify cooking the spaghetti until it is al dente.
Is this a good recipe for a sophisticated lunch?
Absolutely, it is described as a sophisticated and refreshing experience ideal for lunch.