Salmon Pesto Pasta

Name: Salmon Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked pasta; 1 pound fresh salmon; Salt & pepper (to taste); 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; Flour (for dredging); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/3 cup chicken broth or dry white wine; 1/3 cup pesto ((click for my recipe or use your fav jarred variety)); 1/4 cup heavy/whipping cream; 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (see note); Freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

This salmon pesto pasta recipe comes together fast and makes an elegant meal that's great for a quick weeknight dinner. You can either use jarred or homemade pesto!

Updated at: Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:12:41 GMT