Tips: Making salmon and broccoli pasta
Discover a few easy ways to take your salmon and broccoli pasta to greater heights.
Use pasta water for the sauce
To make a creamy sauce, set aside some pasta water when you drain it. This starchy water is a trick for the best sauce consistency. Mix the pasta and vegetables with the cooking cream and gradually add about 0.5-1 cup of the reserved water. Adjust the amount to get the sauce consistency you like. The starch from the water thickens the sauce, making it smooth and velvety.
Ensure even cooking
To cook broccoli, chop the florets into consistent, bite-sized pieces. This ensures all pieces cook at the same rate and prevents any from being undercooked or too firm. Aim for florets and stems about 2 cm in size.
Storing leftovers
To store your salmon and broccoli pasta, transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator. There, it will keep fresh for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of water or cooking cream to the pasta to help revive the creamy texture of the sauce. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat or in the microwave in short intervals, stirring occasionally to ensure that everything heats evenly without drying out the pasta or overcooking the salmon.
Try our delicious salmon and broccoli pasta
Cooking a delicious salmon and broccoli pasta just became easier. Our recipe takes fresh ingredients and combines them for a quick-to-make meal that works perfectly for lunch and dinner. Pan-fried salmon and broccoli are enveloped in a creamy lime sauce with fresh basil. The humble flavors and comforting textures appeal to kids and adults alike.
Combining pasta with vegetables and fish can create a variety of delicious meals. That is why we offer a selection of tasty recipes for you to explore. Try our easy salmon and leek pasta, creamy broccoli pasta, or the spicy chicken and broccoli pasta.
With pan-fried salmon and earthy broccoli
Obviously, the pan-fried salmon and the earthy broccoli take center stage in this recipe. The salmon is seared to achieve a golden, slightly crispy crust, which embraces its natural juices, yielding an incredibly tender and juicy fish. The boiled broccoli boasts a bright hue and retains a slight bite, which provides a delightful contrast to the fish and pasta.
Lime-infused sauce with fresh basil
Get ready for a pasta experience that is anything but ordinary! Our salmon and broccoli pasta truly shines thanks to its zesty, lime-infused sauce, which wraps every bite in a delicious, creamy hug! Cooking cream is combined with the zest of fresh lime and aromatic basil leaves, resulting in a vibrant and refreshing flavor. This sauce is a true team player – it enhances without overpowering the tender salmon and broccoli.
Put your own spin on the recipe
Personalize the salmon and broccoli pasta by adding or substituting vegetables of your choice. Try incorporating sugar snap peas, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes. They will all add bright colors as well as sweet and earthy flavors to the mix.
If you cannot resist a bit of heat, we suggest you play around with chili flakes or chili oil. As always, start slowly by adding it bit by bit and taste as you go along to make sure that the heat is just to your liking.
Another way to tailor the dish to your palate is by experimenting with different herbs. Add mint to the basil mix to boost the freshness and brightness of your pasta. You can also try mixing rosemary and thyme for more earthy, aromatic notes. Give it a try and find out which combination you enjoy most.
