Romantic Blackened Salmon Pasta for Two
Romantic Blackened Salmon Pasta for Two layers smoky-spiced, oven-baked salmon over buttery spaghetti and tender spinach. A shower of toasted panko and Parmesan adds crunch and nutty richness, balancing gentle heat from paprika and pepper flakes. It’s an intimate, restaurant-style dish ideal for anniversaries or a cozy weeknight dinner.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Romantic Blackened Salmon Pasta for Two, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 33 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 34 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 49
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 57
- Digestive
- 31
- Inflammatory
- 31
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil and coat the foil with nonstick spray.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cumin, salt, onion, garlic, pepper, and seafood seasoning; stir to mix. Reserve 1 teaspoon of the seasoning for the pasta sauce.
- 3
Rub the remaining seasoning over the salmon fillets and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until the salmon flakes easily with a fork, 20 to 25 minutes.
- 5
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet slightly firm, about 12 minutes.
- 6
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the garlic and cook until golden, about 30 seconds. Add the panko and the reserved 1 teaspoon seasoning. Cook and stir, taking care not to burn, until the panko are lightly toasted, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and transfer the panko to a small bowl.
- 7
Place the spinach in a colander set in the sink. Drain the spaghetti over the spinach; the hot water will instantly wilt the spinach. Transfer the drained pasta and spinach to the skillet. Add butter and red pepper flakes and toss to coat.
- 8
Divide the noodles evenly between 2 bowls, and top each with a salmon fillet, panko, and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
- Calories 1848.4 kcal High 92%
- Protein 60.33 g Good Source 121%
- Carbohydrate 162.96 g 59%
- Total Fat 104.09 g High 133%
- Saturated Fat 16.87 g High 84%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 128.81 mg High 43%
- Sodium 391.47 mg Moderate 17%
- Dietary Fiber 9.49 g Good Source 34%
- Total Sugars 3.4 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 155.93 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 7.85 mg Good Source 44%
- Potassium 969.45 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin A 30.64 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 6.79 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Romantic Blackened Salmon Pasta for Two is made with 17 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Baby Spinach, Black Pepper, Butter, and Cooking Spray. Each serving provides about 1848.4 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Romantic Blackened Salmon Pasta for Two made of?
- The main ingredients are Baby Spinach, Black Pepper, Butter, Cooking Spray, Granulated Garlic. The full list of 17 is above.
- How long does it take to make Romantic Blackened Salmon Pasta for Two?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1848.4 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Romantic Blackened Salmon Pasta for Two easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Romantic Blackened Salmon Pasta for Two healthy?
- Romantic Blackened Salmon Pasta for Two has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 1848.4 calories and 60.33 g of protein, or 121% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 391.47 mg (17% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 16.87 g (84% of the Daily Value). It contains Fish, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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