Super easy and delicious, smoked salmon avocado pasta is a light, fresh, and zesty dish perfect for a hot summer day. Packed with healthy proteins and fats, it’s a flavorful way to fuel your body. For those looking for a lighter option, this smoked salmon pasta without cream is one of my favourite summer salads!
Avocado Salmon Pasta: A Refreshing Twist on Tradition
Indulge in the perfect blend of flavors with this delightful salmon and avocado pasta recipe. Featuring delicate angel hair pasta, savory smoked salmon slices, and creamy avocado, this dish is a refreshing twist on traditional pasta recipes.
Ingredients in this Smoked Salmon Pasta
- Angel hair pasta
- Smoked salmon
- Watercress
- Spring onion
- Baby capers
- Olive oil
- Lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese
- Avocado
Smoked salmon pasta without cream!
What sets this smoked salmon pasta recipe apart is its lightness. Creamy without the cream! The creamy texture comes from ripe avocados, creating a delicious mouthfeel without the heaviness.
Layers of Flavour and Freshness
The combination of fresh watercress, zesty lemon juice, and briny capers adds layers of complexity to each bite. These vibrant ingredients complement the richness of the salmon and avocado, creating a harmonious balance of flavours.
Quick and Easy Preparation
Tossed in a light olive oil dressing and finished with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dish achieves the ideal balance of flavours and textures. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike.
Serving Up Vibrant Colours and Bold Flavours
Enjoy the vibrant colors and flavors of this irresistible avocado salmon pasta recipe, sure to become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire. Whether you’re looking for a simple yet sophisticated meal or a dish to impress guests, this recipe delivers on both taste and presentation.
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Smoked Salmon and Avocado Pasta
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
- 400g Angel hair pasta
- 200g Smoked salmon, sliced
- 80g Watercress, leaves picked
- 4 Spring onion, trimmed and sliced
- 2 tbs Baby capers, drained
- 2 tbs Olive oil
- 1 Lemon, first zest and then juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 Avocado, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water. Keep warm
- Add remaining ingredients, except avocado and toss gently to combine. (add pasta water to loosen the mixture, a little at a time.
- Top with more parmesan cheese and avocado and serve immediately
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Pasta
- Cuisine: Italian
Try this Spaghetti al Limone with fish or Chicken and Avocado Pasta Salad for a healthy, delicious meal packed with fresh flavours and lean protein!
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