Salmon and Lemon Pasta

Creamy salmon and lemon pasta, made without cream thanks to the fromage frais. Delicate and fragrant, it makes a quick, high-protein and fresh-tasting dinner.

Prep time: 10 min  |  Cooking time: 15 min  |  Servings: 4  |  Difficulty: Easy

Calculated per portion from the Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, using the quantities in the list. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 297 kcal · 19 g protein · 25 g carbohydrate · 12 g fat

Ingredients

• 300 g wholewheat pasta
• 200 g salmon
• 100 g fromage frais
• 1 lemon
• 100 g spinach
• 1 bunch of dill

Method

1. Cook the pasta and keep a little of the cooking water.
2. Cook the salmon and flake it.
3. Mix the fromage frais with the lemon zest and juice and a little cooking water.
4. Add the pasta, salmon, spinach and dill.

Nutritional benefits

Salmon provides protein and omega-3 fats, which are good for the heart and for cholesterol. The fromage frais replaces cream, lightening the dish while keeping it creamy. The spinach adds iron and fibre. A complete, balanced dish, especially with wholewheat pasta.

Variations and substitutions

• With smoked salmon for a quick version.
• With trout or mackerel.
• With peas or courgettes.
• Gluten-free: use gluten-free pasta.

Storage and making ahead

Keeps for 2 days and can be eaten hot or cold. Reheat with a little water.

💡 Good to know

Lemon zest gives far more fragrance than the juice alone: grate it straight over the hot pasta.

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Foods in this recipe: wholewheat pasta · salmon · fromage frais · lemon · spinach.

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