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Creamy Cajun Salmon Alfredo

Tender and flaky salmon fillets are seasoned with a zesty Cajun spice blend, then pan-seared to perfection. It's served over a bed of al dente fettuccine noodles coated in a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 794 kcal
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

For The Salmon
  • 1 lb salmon
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 lemon squeezed
For The Alfredo
  • 1 lb fettuccine pasta cooked according to the package directions
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
  • fresh parsley
  • salt to taste

Instructions

Make The Salmon
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  1. Pat salmon dry with a paper towel then season salmon with cajun seasoning on all sides. Set aside.
  2. Add the olive oil to a large skillet. Heat over medium high heat. Once the oil is heated place the salmon on the skillet skin side up. Cook for about 5-6 minutes until the salmon starts to cook and the seasoning begins to blacken. Squeeze one lemon into the skillet to deglaze the pan. Let simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  3. Flip the salmon filet skin side down and let cook for an additional 5-6 minutes or until the salmon is completely cooked through. Once done remove from heat and set aside. Clean the skillet out so it can be used to make the Alfredo. While the salmon is cooking, cook pasta according to the package directions.
Make The Alfredo
  1. In a skillet over low-medium heat add the butter and melt.
  2. Add garlic and simmer in the melted butter for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and it has started to cook down.
  3. Add heavy cream and simmer over medium heat for around 4-5 minutes or until it has reduced started to thicken.
  4. Fold in parmesan cheese ½ cup at a time until melted into the cream and smooth. Season with salt to taste. If the sauce is too thick add a little reserved pasta water to thin it out.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and coat in the alfredo sauce. Garnish with parsley. Serve cooked salmon over top or cut the salmon into bite sized pieces and toss with the fettuccine alfredo. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Calories 794kcal (40%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 47g (72%) Saturated Fat 26g (130%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 12g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 217mg (72%) Sodium 491mg (20%) Potassium 695mg (20%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2043IU (41%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 337mg (34%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 794

% Daily Value*

Calories 794kcal 40%
Carbohydrates 59g 20%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 47g 72%
Saturated Fat 26g 130%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 12g 60%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 217mg 72%
Sodium 491mg 20%
Potassium 695mg 15%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2043IU 41%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 337mg 34%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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