If you are looking for a fresh, quick, and easy-to-make first course, this salmon and arugula pasta is perfect for you! It is prepared in just a few minutes, just the time to cook the pasta, and it is really easy. The creamy cheese binds the dressing well, while the arugula adds a fresh and slightly spicy touch, balancing the saltiness of the salmon. It can be served either hot or cold, also great for a lunch break at the office or a light summer dinner.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 290.11 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 26.44 (g) of which sugars 2.03 (g)
- Proteins 20.16 (g)
- Fat 11.29 (g) of which saturated 0.84 (g)of which unsaturated 2.00 (g)
- Fibers 1.79 (g)
- Sodium 1,401.99 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 11 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 5.64 oz pasta
- 3.53 oz smoked salmon
- to taste arugula
- 1.76 oz cream cheese
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Tools
- Pan
- Pot
- Colander
Preparation
Wash and dry the arugula. Cut the salmon into strips.
Boil the pasta in salted boiling water, for the minutes indicated.
While the pasta is cooking, put the cream cheese in a pan (over low heat) and dilute it with 3-4 tablespoons of cooking water.
Once the cheese has melted, turn off the heat and add the salmon.
Once the time is up, drain the pasta and pour it into the pan. Mix well, adding a drizzle of olive oil and some ground black pepper.
Transfer everything to a bowl and add a couple of handfuls of arugula.
The salmon and arugula pasta is ready, you can serve it immediately, or let it rest in the fridge and serve it cold… enjoy!
Tips and Notes
You can use smoked salmon (cold or hot) or fresh salmon. If you use fresh, you will need to cut it into chunks and sear it for a few minutes in the pan.
You can use Philadelphia, robiola, ricotta, or another creamy cheese of your choice.
FAQ
How long does salmon and arugula pasta last?
If you want to serve it cold, you can store it in the refrigerator for one day, well sealed in a container. In this case, I recommend adding the arugula at the last moment, so it doesn’t soften too much.
