Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Lemon, Basil, and Salmon Recipe

Name: Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Lemon, Basil, and Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound whole-wheat spaghetti pasta; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 (4-ounce) pieces salmon; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves; 3 tablespoons capers; 1 lemon, zested; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves

Servings: persons

1/2 pound whole-wheat spaghetti pasta
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 (4-ounce) pieces salmon
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons capers
1 lemon, zested
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
2
Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.
3
Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl.
4
Add the garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.
5
Toss to combine.
6
Meanwhile, warm the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Season the salmon with salt and pepper.
8
Add the fish to the pan and cook until medium-rare, about 2 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fish.
9
Remove the salmon from the pan.
10
Add the basil, capers, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the spaghetti mixture and toss to combine.
11
Set out 4 serving plates or shallow bowls.
12
Place 1/2 cup spinach in each bowl.
13
Top with 1/4 of the pasta.
14
Top each mound of pasta with a piece of salmon.
15
Serve immediately.

535

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound whole-wheat spaghetti pasta, 1 clove garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning, and more.

Yes, Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Lemon, Basil, and Salmon falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Lemon, Basil, and Salmon

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