Easy Creamy Spicy Salmon and Broccoli Pasta Recipe – Perfect Weeknight Meal

Recipe Introduction

Experience a burst of flavours with our Creamy Salmon and Broccoli Pasta featuring Backyard Blendz Fresh Spicy Green Seasoning. This delightful dish combines tender salmon, vibrant broccoli, and a luscious creamy sauce to create a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both easy and delicious. Elevate your pasta game with this easy-to-follow recipe that promises to become a family favourite.

Ingredients

1 lb salmon fillets, skin removed and cut into chunks
1 tbsp Backyard Blendz Fresh Spicy Green Seasoning
2 cups broccoli florets
12 oz fettuccine pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Marinate the Salmon:
- In a bowl, combine salmon chunks with Backyard Blendz Fresh Spicy Green Seasoning. Mix well and let marinate for 30 minutes.
Cook the Pasta:
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Broccoli:
- Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Salmon:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated salmon chunks and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant and tomatoes are softened.
Create the Sauce:
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce thicken, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season with salt and black pepper.
Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked fettuccine, broccoli, and salmon back into the skillet. Toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is coated in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve immediately with extra grated Parmesan cheese and a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.

Seasoning

Cooking Tips

Seasoning in layers by adding salt and seasonings at different stages in cooking process
Incorporating fresh herbs like basil, cilantro, or parsley at the end of cooking adds a burst of freshness and brightens up the entire dish.
A splash of vinegar or a squeeze of lemon or lime can balance and enhance the natural flavours of a dish.
Toasting spices and nuts in a dry pan before adding them to your recipes can intensify their flavors and add a new dimension of taste.
Allowing ingredients like onions, meat, and even vegetables to brown in the pan creates a rich, complex flavor foundation

Flavour Quote

Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.

This quote, though its exact origin is debated, is often used to emphasize the importance of eating well and using natural ingredients, like herbs, to promote health. It reflects the ancient belief in the healing powers of food and the idea that what we eat can have a profound impact on our health and well-being.