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Herb Hot Smoked Salmon Pesto Pasta
Indulge in the bright, fresh flavors of this Herb Hot Smoked Salmon Pesto Pasta—a quick and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any weeknight. Tender penne or rigatoni is tossed with a vibrant mix of asparagus, creamy pesto, butter, and a hint of lemon for an extra touch of brightness. Then, to top it off with a satisfying protein, delicate flakes of Acme Herb Hot Smoked Salmon are added. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between hearty and refreshing.
Directions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add asparagus pieces and cook for 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and cool in ice water for 1 minute. Drain and set aside.
Bring the same pot of water back to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 9-10 minutes, or until al dente.
Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
In a large bowl or skillet combine cooked pasta, asparagus, pesto, pasta water, lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter. Gently fold in flaked salmon.
Serve and enjoy!
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
20min
Serves
2people
Ingredients
4 ounces Acme Herb Hot Smoked Salmon, flaked
6 ounces Penne or rigatoni pasta
½ cup Pasta water
½ pound Asparagus, cut in 2” pieces
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cubed
½ Lemon, juiced and zested
1 cup Pesto (store bought or homemade)
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Indulge in the bright, fresh flavors of this Herb Hot Smoked Salmon Pesto Pasta—a quick and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any weeknight. Tender penne or rigatoni is tossed with a vibrant mix of asparagus, creamy pesto, butter, and a hint of lemon for an extra touch of brightness. Then, to top it off with a satisfying protein, delicate flakes of Acme Herb Hot Smoked Salmon are added. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between hearty and refreshing.
Ingredients
4 ounces Acme Herb Hot Smoked Salmon, flaked
6 ounces Penne or rigatoni pasta
½ cup Pasta water
½ pound Asparagus, cut in 2” pieces
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cubed
½ Lemon, juiced and zested
1 cup Pesto (store bought or homemade)
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
