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Creamy Salmon Pasta

Name: Creamy Salmon Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 2 oz Atlantic salmon; ¼ tbsp Olive oil; ¼ dash Salt; ¼ dash Black pepper; 2 oz Whole wheat pasta; ¼ shallot (medium) Shallots; ¼ cloves, minced Garlic; ½ tbsp Butter; ½ tsp Whole wheat flour; 1 fl oz White wine; ¼ cup, fluid Heavy whipping cream; ¼ cup Spinach; ⅛ cup Parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp, chopped Basil

Per 1 serving · 246 g · 14 ingredients

Calories

645

32%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
25g
16% of calories
Carbs
49g
30% of calories
Fat
38g
54% of calories

Portion

At a glance

One serving of Creamy Salmon Pasta (246 g) has 645 calories, with 25 g of protein, 49 g of carbohydrates and 38 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (54% of calories). It is high in protein (51% DV), dietary fiber (28% DV) and Vitamin A (41% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 101% and 45% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

262cal

medium energy density

Protein per 100 cal

3.9g

Net carbs

41g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

7.7g

2.9 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein51%
Dietary fiber28%
Vitamin A41%
Vitamin K43%
Thiamine35%
Riboflavin (B2)32%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Vitamin E10%
Folate (B9)18%
Potassium12%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Saturated fat101%
Cholesterol45%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 15 minCook 35 min

1
Preheat the oven to 225°F. Position a rack in the lowest part of the oven and another in the middle. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Place the salmon fillet on the baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
3
Put a baking dish with boiling water on the lowest rack for 5 minutes to create steam.
4
Bake the salmon on the middle rack for 25 to 35 minutes, until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
5
Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the cooking water, then drain and lightly oil the pasta.
6
In the same pot, soften the shallot and garlic in butter. Add flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
7
Add white wine and bring to a boil, whisking continuously. Stir in cream and bring to a boil.
8
Stir in spinach, Parmesan cheese, and basil. Return pasta to the pot and toss to coat with sauce. Reheat and adjust consistency with reserved cooking water as needed.
9
Shred the salmon, toss with pasta, and serve.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (246 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	365 μg	41%
Vitamin C	4 mg	5%
Vitamin D	1 μg	4%
Vitamin E	1 mg	10%
Vitamin K	52 μg	43%
Thiamine	0.4 mg	35%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg	32%
Niacin	8 mg	47%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	53%
Folate (B9)	71 μg	18%
Vitamin B12	2 μg	85%
Pantothenic acid	2 mg	35%
Choline	18 mg	3%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	216 mg	22%
Iron	3 mg	40%
Potassium	570 mg	12%
Magnesium	122 mg	29%
Phosphorus	394 mg	56%
Zinc	2 mg	21%
Copper	0.4 mg	44%
Manganese	2 mg	85%
Selenium	66 μg	120%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	1 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	0 μg	—
Arginine	1 g	—
Aspartic acid	2 g	—
Beta carotene	567 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.3 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	1 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0.2 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.2 g	—
Fluoride	61 μg	—
Fructose	0 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	0 g	—
Glutamic acid	6 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	1 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	2 g	—
Lycopene	0 μg	—
Lysine	2 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	13 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	3 g	—
Proline	2 g	—
Retinol	318 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	1 g	—
Sucrose	0 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	1 g	—
Total omega 6	0.1 g	—
Tryptophan	0.3 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	1 μg	—

Burning 645 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

122min
Walking (3.5 mph)
77min
Cycling (moderate)
54min
Running (6 mph)
91min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Creamy Salmon Pasta?

One serving of Creamy Salmon Pasta (1 serving) has 645 calories, which works out to 262 calories per 100 g. That is about 32% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Creamy Salmon Pasta high in protein?

It provides a solid 25 g of protein per serving (51% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 16% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Creamy Salmon Pasta keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 41 g of net carbs and 30% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Creamy Salmon Pasta?

270 mg per serving.

How much sugar is in Creamy Salmon Pasta?

2.9 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (246 g)

Calories645

% Daily Value*

Total fat 38g	49%
Saturated fat 20g	101%
Trans fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 135mg	45%
Sodium 270mg	12%
Total carbohydrate 49g	18%
Dietary fiber 7.7g	28%
Total sugars 2.9g
Protein 25g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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