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Angel Hair Pasta with Salmon and Asparagus (like Nordstrom Grill)

Here's how you make Angel Hair Pasta with Salmon and Asparagus (like Nordstrom Grill)
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  • Servings: 4
  • Prep: 15m
  • Cook: 15m
    • The following recipe serves 4 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 8 ounces angel hair pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon butter, divided
  • 6 to 8 ounces salmon fillets
  • 1 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 10 spears fresh asparagus, cut into 1½-inch strips
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced (amt is approx. - you might not use all of the juice or zest)
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly shredded (use fresh, not the dry pre-grated stuff in a can)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely cut (optional)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Prepare pasta as directed on package. Once cooked, drain in colander. While still hot, add 1 Tbsp butter and 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice to the hot pasta, and toss gently to allow melted butter to coat the pasta. Set pasta aside.

  • Step 2: While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil and remaining 1 Tbsp butter in a large skillet.

  • Step 3: Season the salmon pieces with salt and pepper, then cut (or separate) salmon into bit-size pieces. Add salmon pieces to skillet, and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes each side, set salmon aside.

  • Step 4: Add asparagus strips to the skillet, and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes or until softened.

  • Step 5: Add drained pasta and cooked salmon to the skillet, and gently toss until well combined.

  • Step 6: Remove skillet from heat. Add parmesan cheese to the pasta mixture, and toss gently until well incorporated. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

  • Step 7: Divide the pasta mixture among 4 pasta bowls or 4 serving dishes with rimmed edges. Garnish the top of each serving with chives and lemon zest, and serve immediately. SERVING SUGGESTION: It’s great served with warm garlic bread or cheese bread!

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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