Express Salmon Pasta

Express Salmon Pasta

Express Salmon Pasta

An original recipe by Geneviève Plante / Vert Couleur Persil
Photo credit: Laura G. Diaz

Because even rushed dinners can (and should!) be tasty, here’s an ultra-simple and so comforting recipe. A dish that proves it doesn’t take much to enjoy a great meal!

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Preparation

15 min

Cooking

20 min

Ingredients

  • 400 g penne
  • 1 drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp salted herbs
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 salmon or trout fillet, 500 g (skinless)
  • 283 g cherry tomatoes
  • 1 jar (280 ml) sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 250 g cream cheese, in pieces
  • 1 large handful fresh dill, coarsely chopped
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Preparation

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  3. In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, salted herbs, maple syrup, garlic, and pepper. Set aside.
  4. Oil the bottom of a large baking dish. Place the salmon fillet in the center. Arrange the cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and cream cheese around the fish. Drizzle evenly with the liquid from the small bowl, then bake for about 20 minutes, until the fish is cooked through.
  5. Using a fork or masher, crush the mixture, then mix well. Add the dill and pasta, then toss gently to coat.
  6. Serve and enjoy.
  • Tip
  • This is a perfect dish for lunches!
Maple and Salted Herb Salmon

Maple and Salted Herb Salmon

Maple and Salted Herb Salmon

A truly simple recipe, with few ingredients, yet so flavorful! Maple syrup and Bas-du-Fleuve salted herbs are the perfect blend for sweet and savory lovers. Accompanied by roasted asparagus with olive oil and dehydrated salted herbs, a quick meal for busy evenings.

Preparation

10 min

Cooking

15 to 20 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 1 kg salmon fillet* with or without skin
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp wet salted herbs (or more to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Asparagus

  • 1 lb asparagus
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp dehydrated salted herbs (+ or - to taste)

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 400 ºF.
  2. Place the salmon fillet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Mix maple syrup, wet salted herbs, and garlic powder. Brush half of the mixture over the salmon.
  4. Prepare the asparagus, coat with olive oil, and sprinkle with dehydrated salted herbs. Mix well and spread on the baking sheet.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon.
  6. Halfway through cooking, brush with the remaining maple syrup mixture.
  • Note

Salmon portion per person: A salmon fillet portion, 200 to 250 g per person.