Creamy smoked salmon and lemon pasta
This succulent smoked salmon pasta dish comes with a zingy lemon twist — transforming this simple meal into something really special
Nutrition Information
74 grams carbohydrate
Carbs
Ingredients
- 350g tagliatelle, or pasta of your choice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, finely sliced
- 5 tbsp crème fraîche
- 1 lemon, zested (finely grated) and juiced
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- 200g smoked salmon, torn into strips
- 30g fresh chives or dill, finely chopped
- 70g bag rocket, to serve
Instructions
- 1Bring a pan of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta for 2 mins less than pack instructions. WATCH: How to bring to the boil Play Video We value your privacy We use cookies to help give you the best experience on our site. By playing this video, you're consenting to receive third party privacy-enhanced cookies. Accept all cookies
- 2Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the garlic and fry for 2-3 mins until softened but not coloured. Stir in the crème fraîche, lemon juice, Parmesan and 2 ladles of pasta cooking water. Allow to bubble gently for 1 min.
- 3Drain the tagliatelle and mix into the sauce in the frying pan. Cook for a further 2 mins or until reduced to a creamy sauce that coats the pasta.
- 4Stir through the smoked salmon and chives, season with black pepper, then divide between 4 bowls. Garnish with the lemon zest and top with a handful of rocket.