Pasta with Salmon

Pasta with salmon is a modern, creamy pasta dish that typically combines flaked salmon (fresh or smoked) with pasta in a rich sauce, often featuring ingredients like cream, lemon, dill, and garlic. While pasta is Italian in origin, this specific combination is a popular fusion creation, widely enjoyed in contemporary European and American home cooking and bistros.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in both carbohydrates from the pasta and fats from the creamy sauce and salmon, while also providing a good amount of protein from the fish. A typical serving can range from 600 to 900 calories, with key nutrients including omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and B vitamins from the salmon.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	520 mg
Vitamin D	14.2 mcg
Vitamin B12	4.8 mcg
Selenium	36 mcg
Phosphorus	340 mg
Niacin (B3)	8.5 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	1.2 g
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a successful culinary adaptation, marrying the Italian pasta tradition with the rich flavor of salmon, which is often associated with Nordic or Pacific cuisines. Nutritionally, it's interesting because the omega-3 fats from the salmon can help balance the meal's higher fat content, making it a more heart-healthy indulgence compared to other creamy pasta dishes.