Description
Lemon Garlic Salmon & Shrimp Alfredo is a rich, creamy pasta dish featuring tender salmon and shrimp in a zesty garlic-infused Alfredo sauce. It’s a comforting yet elegant meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- For the Protein:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 5 oz / 140 g each)
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest, for garnish
- For the Alfredo Pasta:
- 12 oz (340 g) fettuccine or linguine
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from 1/2 lemon)
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp reserved pasta water (as needed)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/3 cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Season salmon and shrimp with lemon pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook salmon for 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice. Stir in Parmesan cheese and cook until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Stir in lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat, adding pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Divide pasta between plates. Top with salmon and shrimp.
- Garnish with parsley, lemon zest, and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Adjust lemon zest and juice for stronger citrus flavor.
- Add vegetables like spinach, broccoli, or mushrooms for more nutrition.
- Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce, though it will be less rich.
- Don’t overheat seafood when reheating to avoid rubbery texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 225mg
