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Lemon Herb Crusted Salmon with Creamy Ditalini Pasta

Lemon Herb Crusted Salmon with Creamy Ditalini Pasta

Crispy baked salmon, broccolini, and creamy pasta all in one dish. This is a go-to date night dinner that combines fresh flavors with indulgent textures.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz salmon
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 dash pepper
  • 1 dash garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp parsley
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 bundle broccolini
  • 1 shallot
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 stick butter
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta
  • 1/2 cup pasta water
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 dash paprika
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 dash pepper
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp parsley
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 dash garlic powder

Method
 

Prepare the Salmon
  1. Crack and whisk an egg in a bowl. Season breadcrumbs with parsley, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  2. Slice the lemon and place it on the bottom of your baking dish. Dip the salmon in the seasoned breadcrumbs and layer it over the lemon slices.
  3. Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Cook the Broccolini
  1. Chop the broccolini and shallots. Heat olive oil and ½ stick of butter in a pan.
  2. Add the shallots and cook until softened. Once the salmon is done, add the roasted lemons into the pan.
  3. Toss in the broccolini and cook for a couple of minutes, until it turns bright green. Remove the broccolini from the pan but keep the butter and shallots.
Make the Creamy Pasta Sauce
  1. Pour heavy cream into the pan with the butter and shallots. Add paprika, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, parsley, lemon juice, and garlic powder.
  2. Stir until the flavors are combined and the sauce has thickened.
Cook the Pasta and Combine
  1. Boil the ditalini pasta according to package instructions. Save ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Pour the reserved pasta water into the sauce. Drain the pasta and toss it in the creamy sauce.
Plate and Serve
  1. Plate the salmon, creamy ditalini pasta, and broccolini together. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use fresh parsley and lemon for the best flavor.
  • Make sure the salmon is fully coated in breadcrumbs for a crispy crust.
  • Save some extra pasta water in case the sauce needs thinning.
  • Cook the broccolini until bright green to maintain its crunch and freshness.
  • Grate the parmesan cheese fresh for a richer taste.