This smoked salmon alfredo feels a bit special but comes together in about 25 minutes. You make a quick creamy parmesan sauce, fold through flaked smoked salmon and spinach, then toss it all with the pasta.
It feeds four and uses just a handful of ingredients. The smoked salmon does the flavour, so there is no long list and no fuss. A good one for a quick dinner that still feels like a treat.
Why You’ll Love It
This one’s worth it. It’s ready in about 25 minutes, feels special but is genuinely easy, uses just a handful of ingredients, and it’s creamy without being heavy. A nice way to use smoked salmon.
The Shortcut That Makes It Work
Hot smoked salmon comes ready to eat, so there is no cooking any fish. You just flake it straight through the creamy sauce at the end, which makes this a properly quick dinner.
Handy Tips
Cook the onion gently until soft, you do not want it to colour. Save a little of the pasta water before you drain it. A splash loosens the sauce if it goes too thick. Add the salmon and spinach near the end so the salmon stays in nice flakes and the spinach just wilts.
Make It Your Way
Cold smoked salmon works in place of hot smoked salmon. It is softer and more delicate, so stir it through gently at the very end. Swap the spinach for rocket or some frozen peas. Use any long pasta you have, fettuccine or linguine are lovely here.
What To Serve With It
A simple green salad and some crusty bread are all it needs. A squeeze of lemon over the top is lovely too.
Leftovers
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or cream, as creamy pasta thickens as it sits.
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Smoked Salmon Alfredo
Prep Time 10 minutes 
Cook Time
15 minutes 
Total Time 25 minutes 
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a hot pan with some olive oil, melt the butter and add the diced onion. Cook until the onion is soft (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in the cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring to combine.
- Add the flaked smoked salmon and spinach leaves to the pan. Continue to stir until the spinach wilts.
- Mix in the cooked spaghetti pasta. If the sauce is too thick for your liking, add some pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and it’s ready to serve! Enjoy this delightful dish with loved ones and bask in the flavors of home-cooked perfection.
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FAQs
Can I use cold smoked salmon instead of hot smoked salmon?
You can. Hot smoked salmon gives you nice flakes and a stronger flavour, while cold smoked is softer and more delicate. If you use cold smoked, stir it through gently at the end.
How do I get the sauce thicker or thinner?
For a thinner sauce, add a splash of the reserved pasta water. For a thicker sauce, let it simmer a little longer before you add the pasta.
