Penne al Salmone
Penne al Salmone is a beloved Italian pasta dish featuring penne pasta tossed in a creamy sauce with tender pieces of salmon. It typically combines pasta, fresh or smoked salmon, heavy cream, garlic, and often a touch of lemon or white wine for brightness. This modern classic is popular across Italy and in Italian-inspired cuisine worldwide.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in both carbohydrates from the pasta and fat from the cream and salmon, with a good amount of protein from the fish. A standard serving provides roughly 600-800 calories, along with omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and B vitamins from the salmon.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Vitamin D | 15 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 mcg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 1.2 g |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
While pasta and seafood are traditional in Italian coastal cuisine, the creamy salmon version is a more contemporary creation that gained popularity in the late 20th century. Nutritionally, it offers a rare combination of heart-healthy omega-3s from salmon alongside the comforting richness of a cream-based sauce.
