By Mary Stang
Lemon Tahini Salmon with Baby Greens Pasta
8 steps
Prep:10minCook:10min
Updated at: Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:13:53 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
47
Low
Glycemic Load
39
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories947.4 kcal (47%)
Total Fat48.9 g (70%)
Carbs83.7 g (32%)
Sugars4.8 g (5%)
Protein53.7 g (107%)
Sodium918.3 mg (46%)
Fiber12.9 g (46%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
2 servings

2 x 6 ozsalmon fillets
skinless

200gwhole wheat pasta
penne or spaghetti

2 cupsbaby spinach

1 cuparugula

½ cupcherry tomatoes
halved

2 tablespoonsolive oil

1 tablespoonlemon juice

1 teaspoonlemon zest

salt
to taste

pepper
to taste

fresh parsley
chopped, for garnish

3 tablespoonstahini

1clove garlic
finely minced

2 tablespoonslemon juice

2 tablespoonswater
warm, more if needed for thinning

½ teaspoonground cumin

salt
to taste
Instructions
Step 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini sauce ingredients until smooth. Adjust consistency with more warm water if necessary. Set aside.
Step 2
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
Step 4
In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through and lightly golden. Remove and let rest.
Step 5
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and toss in baby spinach, arugula, and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until just wilted. Add the cooked pasta and toss to combine.
Step 6
Add lemon juice and a spoonful of tahini sauce, stirring gently to coat.
Step 7
Plate the pasta with greens, top with salmon fillet, and drizzle generously with the remaining tahini sauce.
Step 8
Garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of lemon zest before serving.
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