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Creamy Honey Mustard Salmon Pasta

Creamy Honey Mustard Salmon Pasta: A Dreamy Dinner Delight

Creamy Honey Mustard Salmon Pasta is a rich and delightful dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 250 g Pasta use penne or fusilli for holding the creamy sauce perfectly
For the Salmon
  • 300 g Salmon Fillets choose high-quality fillets for the best flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey opt for high-quality honey for the perfect touch of sweetness
  • 1 clove Garlic crushed; enhances the overall flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh lemon juice adds brightness and balance to the dish
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt adjust according to your taste preference
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground enhances the dish's flavor profile
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing shallots; can be swapped with butter for richness
  • 1 medium Shallot finely diced; lends a mild sweetness
  • 75 ml Dry White Wine adds depth to the sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Wholegrain Mustard brings texture and tang
  • 200 ml Double Cream creates a luscious sauce or use single cream for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley finely chopped; adds a pop of color and freshness

Equipment

  • Baking Tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • Deep pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking tray with foil.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, crushed garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  3. Coat the salmon fillets with half of the honey mustard mixture and place on the baking tray. Bake for about 10 minutes.
  4. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions for 8-10 minutes, saving a cup of the pasta water before draining.
  5. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the diced shallot for about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add dry white wine to the pan and simmer for 2-3 minutes, then add remaining honey mustard mixture and double cream. Simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  7. Flake the baked salmon into pieces and fold into the sauce, then add drained pasta and mix, using reserved pasta water as needed.
  8. Fold in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning; serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days and reheat adding a splash of water or cream to restore creaminess.

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