Creamy Garlic Seafood Pasta with Salmon & Shrimp
A delicious and satisfying meal combining seafood and pasta in a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Pasta and Seafood
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine Use your choice of pasta
- 6 oz salmon fillet Fresh or thawed
- ½ lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined Fresh or thawed
Sauce and Seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil For searing salmon
- 2 tbsp butter For cooking shrimp
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Freshly minced for flavor
- 1 cup heavy cream For a creamy sauce
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese For flavor and creaminess
- 1 cup baby spinach Adds color and nutrition
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper Optional for added heat
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley For garnishing
- Salt & pepper to taste To season the salmon and pasta
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same pan, add butter and cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
Cooking
- Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened (about 3–5 minutes).
- Add spinach and red pepper flakes, stirring until wilted.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, adding a bit of pasta water to loosen if needed.
- Top with shrimp and salmon. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Serve warm on individual plates or in a large serving bowl. Pairs well with a light salad or crusty bread. Add a sprinkle of extra Parmesan on top for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.