Farfalle with salmon, arugula, and cherry tomatoes
- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 530
- Carbohydrates g 70.2
- of which sugars g 6.1
- Protein g 21.7
- Fats g 18.1
- of which saturated fat g 3.42
- Fiber g 3.7
- Cholesterol mg 22
- Sodium mg 367
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 10 min
- Cook time: 15 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Very low
PRESENTATION
Farfalle with salmon is a classic Italian summer dish—really popular—that you'll often find on tables across Italy. It is perfect when people want something fresh and satisfying without too much fuss. And here's the thing, the combo of farfalle with salmon and sweet cherry tomatoes is, like, a match made in heaven. Really, really good for lunches or casual dinners with friends.
Instead of going heavy like some traditional salmon pasta recipes that use cream, this one keeps things light. It really points out each ingredient's flavor. You'll get a bit of heat and color from pink peppercorns, while tender arugula and basil leaves add a nice, herby punch. This arugula pasta dish is ideal for hot weather because the flavors stay so crisp and bright. Pretty much shows the core of Italian summer cuisine.
In Italy, many keep this salmon pasta recipe handy for those times when you need food on the table fast but still want it to taste like summer. Bowtie pasta, or farfalle, gives the dish its playful shape—so fun—and holds onto the juicy tomatoes and flakes of salmon. Every bite is a little different. There are plenty of variations, you know. Some folks swap out arugula for spinach or add more basil, but the key is sticking with simple, healthy ingredients that don't weigh you down. Even the salmon gets just a quick sear, so it stays moist and delicate, perfectly matching the light feel of the dish.
This is the kind of easy salmon pasta everyone can get behind. And especially when you want something a little special but quick to prepare. It's a real win, for real, for anyone looking for something colorful, quick, and totally Italian, with all the tangy and herby elements that make summer food so good. Whether you're hosting a small gathering or just enjoying a quiet meal, this dish brings the bright flavors of Italy right to your table. Makes every meal feel like a celebration of fresh and seasonal ingredients.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Bow tie pasta 11.3 oz (320 g)
- Salmon fillets 10.5 oz (300 g)
- Cherry tomatoes 2 ¾ cups (400 g)
- Arugula 2 ½ cups (50 g)
- Fine salt to taste
- Pepper 1 pinch - black
- Pepper 1 pinch - pink
- Extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp (40 g)
- Basil 0.3 cup (8 g)
How to prepare Farfalle with salmon, arugula, and cherry tomatoes
To prepare the farfalle with salmon, arugula, and cherry tomatoes, start by cutting the cherry tomatoes into 4 parts 1, then add the salt 2, the pepper 3
the extra virgin olive oil 4 and the fresh basil, torn into pieces 5. Take the salmon fillet and with a knife remove the skin, trying not to cut away the flesh 6,
then with the help of tweezers remove any bones present. Then cut the fillet first into strips 8 and then into chunks of about 1x1 inch 9.
Cook the pasta 10 and in the meantime in a pan with a drizzle of oil, sauté the salmon 11 for no more than 2 minutes on each side, then add the salt 12,
the pink pepper 13 and in the bowl with tomatoes and basil also add the arugula 14. Once the pasta is cooked, pour it into the bowl with the vegetables 15,
mix everything well 16, finally add the salmon and your farfalle with salmon, arugula, and cherry tomatoes are ready to be enjoyed! 18