Crispy baked salmon, broccolini, and creamy pasta all in one dish. This is a go-to date night dinner that combines fresh flavors with indulgent textures. Perfect for impressing someone special or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Crack and whisk an egg in a bowl. Season breadcrumbs with parsley, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
Slice the lemon and place it on the bottom of your baking dish. Dip the salmon in the seasoned breadcrumbs and layer it over the lemon slices.
Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Chop the broccolini and shallots. Heat olive oil and ½ stick of butter in a pan.
Add the shallots and cook until softened. Once the salmon is done, add the roasted lemons into the pan.
Toss in the broccolini and cook for a couple of minutes, until it turns bright green. Remove the broccolini from the pan but keep the butter and shallots.
Pour heavy cream into the pan with the butter and shallots. Add paprika, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, parsley, lemon juice, and garlic powder.
Stir until the flavors are combined and the sauce has thickened.
Boil the ditalini pasta according to package instructions. Save ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
Pour the reserved pasta water into the sauce. Drain the pasta and toss it in the creamy sauce.
Plate the salmon, creamy ditalini pasta, and broccolini together. Serve and enjoy!
Use fresh parsley and lemon for the best flavor.
Make sure the salmon is fully coated in breadcrumbs for a crispy crust.
Save some extra pasta water in case the sauce needs thinning.
Cook the broccolini until bright green to maintain its crunch and freshness.
Grate the parmesan cheese fresh for a richer taste.
Can I use a different type of pasta?
Yes, you can substitute ditalini pasta with other small pasta shapes like macaroni or penne.
What can I use instead of broccolini?
You can use asparagus or green beans as a substitute for broccolini.
Can I make this recipe dairy-free?
Yes, you can use a dairy-free butter alternative and coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
How do I know when the salmon is cooked?
The salmon is cooked when the crust is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Can I prepare the sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the sauce ahead of time and reheat it gently before combining it with the pasta.
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