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Creamy lemon-dill salmon fettuccine Alfredo served on a white plate

Creamy Lemon-Dill Salmon Fettuccine Alfredo

A delightful combination of salmon, creamy Alfredo sauce, and zesty lemon and dill, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 700
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1.5 lbs Salmon fillets (4 fillets, about 6 oz each, skin-on or off)
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
  • 0.5 lemon Lemon (juice, for salmon)
For the Fettuccine
  • 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
  • 1 tbsp Salt (for pasta water)
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated, plus more for serving)
  • 0.5 lemon Lemon (juice, for sauce)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh dill (chopped, plus more for garnish)
  • 0.5 tsp Salt (or to taste)
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper (or to taste)
  • 0.5 cup Pasta water (reserved from cooking fettuccine)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the salmon fillets with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice.
  3. Place the fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Cooking the Fettuccine
  1. While the salmon is baking, boil a large pot of water.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the fettuccine. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. Reserve 0.5 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Making the Alfredo Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Slowly add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
  5. Add the lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
  6. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
Combining and Serving
  1. Flake the cooked salmon into large pieces and add it to the Alfredo sauce.
  2. Gently fold in the fettuccine pasta, coating it well with the sauce.
  3. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh dill on top.

Notes

Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh dill. Pairs well with a simple side salad or garlic bread. Lemon slices can complement the dish’s flavors.