Pesto Alfredo with Lemon Butter Salmon

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Servings: 4 Total Time: 30 mins Difficulty: Beginner
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Creamy pesto alfredo pasta topped with lemon butter salmon for a bright, restaurant-style dinner at home.
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An elevated weeknight dinner you’ll want on repeat

If you’re looking for a weeknight dinner that feels a little extra without adding stress, this pesto alfredo pasta with lemon butter salmon is it. Creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor, this dish comes together easily but tastes like something you’d order at a restaurant.

This is one of those meals that works perfectly for busy nights, but still feels special enough for a cozy family dinner or even casual entertaining. It’s officially earned a spot in our weeknight meal rotation.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Easy enough for a weeknight
  • Elevated flavors without complicated steps
  • Creamy, comforting, and family-friendly
  • Perfect for salmon lovers
  • Great for meal rotation or leftovers
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Pesto Alfredo with Lemon Butter Salmon

Author: bailey Courses: , Recipe Keys: 30-Minute Meals Fish Pasta
Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 30 mins
Servings: 4

Description

This pesto alfredo with lemon butter salmon is the perfect balance of rich and fresh flavors. Tender salmon is brushed with a simple lemon butter sauce and baked until flaky, then served over pasta tossed in a creamy pesto alfredo sauce. The nutty parmesan, aromatic basil pesto, and bright citrus from the lemon create a comforting yet vibrant dish that feels elegant but is easy enough for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Salmon

Pesto Alfredo

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and melt butter, lemon juice, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Then brush or pour over salmon.

  1. Bake salmon for 15–20 minutes, depending on thickness.

  1. While the salmon bakes, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside (reserve a small amount of pasta water if needed).

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic and cook for 5 minutes, until softened and fragrant.

  1. Add butter, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil or pesto. Cook for 2 minutes.

  1. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.

  1. Turn off heat and add cooked pasta, tossing until fully coated in the sauce.Serve pasta topped with baked lemon butter salmon and enjoy.

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Hi, I’m Bailey. I’m a self-taught home cook with a passion for creating approachable, flavor-driven recipes inspired by everyday life. This space is where I share the meals I love to make—thoughtfully developed and tested, from my kitchen to yours.

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