This easy, creamy cajun salmon pasta recipe has an easy and delicious seasoning mix you'll love! Filled with flavor, you can use gluten free noodles and non-dairy milk to keep it allergy friendly. It's an easy weeknight meal that's ready and on the table in about 30 minutes.
1cupcoconut milk(can sub heavy cream if not dairy free)
1/2cupgrated parmesan(optional, omit for dairy free)
3cupsspinach
chopped fresh parsley(optional topping)
Instructions
Make the cajun seasoning by combining all of the seasoning ingredients in a small bowl and mixing.
Cook the pasta according to the instructions provided. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the salmon. Using only 1 tbsp of the cajun seasoning, season the salmon.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add in the avocado oil. Once hot, add the salmon fillets and cook without disturbing for 4 minutes. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked. Remove and place on a plate for later.
While the salmon is cooking, prep the onion and garlic. Gather remaining ingredients.
After the salmon is cooked, add more avocado oil to the pan. Add in the onion and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add in the coconut milk and tomato paste and deglaze the pan, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan. Add in the remaining cajun seasoning and stir to mix. If you are using parmesan cheese, add it in at this time. Turn the heat down to low and simmer.
Add in the spinach and mix it in with the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
Next, add in the cooked pasta and toss to coat with the sauce.
Nestle the salmon fillets in with the pasta. Cover and allow the salmon to heat up for a few minutes if desired before serving.
Serve with freshly grated parmesan and chopped parsley, if desired.