Buckley's Cajun Salmon Pasta Recipe

Impress your friends and family with this elegant Cajun Salmon Pasta recipe, straight from a renowned restaurant! This dish boasts a creamy, flavorful sauce perfectly complemented by spicy Cajun salmon. While it requires some time, the rave reviews will be well worth the effort. Get ready to experience a taste of perfection!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 38 mins

Calories 1594.9 kcal

Protein 149g

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Ingredients for Buckley's Cajun Salmon Pasta

1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
fresh parsley (for garnish)
2 cloves minced garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup grated cheese blend (e.g., Parmesan, Romano)
shredded Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
2 tablespoons butter
Cajun spices (to taste)
salt (to taste)
pinch of white pepper
1 pound linguine
2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
garlic toast (for serving)
lemon wedge (for serving)

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How to Make Buckley's Cajun Salmon Pasta

**Cream Sauce:**
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Sauté 2 cloves of minced garlic until light brown (about 1 minute).
Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 cup of grated cheese blend (e.g., Parmesan, Romano), and a pinch of white pepper.
Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Season with salt to taste.
**Cajun Salmon:**
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season 2 (6-ounce) salmon filets generously with Cajun spice (adjust amount to your preferred spice level).
Bake for 8-15 minutes, or until cooked through. Cooking time depends on the thickness of the fillets and desired doneness.
**Pasta & Assembly:**
Cook 1 pound of pasta according to package directions.
Toss the cooked pasta with the cream sauce.
Divide the pasta into two servings (8 ounces each).
Top each serving with a salmon filet.
Garnish with fresh parsley and shredded Parmesan cheese.
Serve with a slice of garlic toast and a lemon wedge for an extra touch of flavor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

175g

Carbs

58g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Buckley's Cajun Salmon Pasta?

Buckley's Cajun Salmon Pasta takes about 58 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 38 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Buckley's Cajun Salmon Pasta?

Buckley's Cajun Salmon Pasta has approximately 1594.9 calories per serving, with about 149 g protein, 58 g carbohydrates and 98 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Buckley's Cajun Salmon Pasta?

The key ingredients for Buckley's Cajun Salmon Pasta are Heavy Whipping Cream, Basil, Parsley, Garlic, Lemon Juice, Parmesan Romano Cheese Mix. See the full list with measurements above.