Description
Baked Feta Salmon Pasta is a deliciously creamy and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon filets baked atop juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy feta cheese. Combined with fresh herbs, lemon, and egg noodles, this one-pan recipe is wholesome, easy to prepare, and perfect for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Dairy
- 2 4-oz salmon filets
- 1 block feta cheese (8-oz)
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 small shallot, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
Pasta & Grains
- 2 cups egg noodles
Oils & Seasonings
- Extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling and seasoning)
- 1 tablespoon Herbs de Provence
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). In a large baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes and chopped shallot. Leave a space in the center to place the feta cheese block.
- Add Feta and Drizzle Olive Oil: Place the block of feta cheese in the middle of the baking dish. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the feta, tomatoes, and shallots to ensure they roast nicely.
- Season and Bake Feta: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Herbs de Provence evenly over the feta. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 15 minutes until the feta begins to soften and tomatoes blister.
- Place Salmon on Bake: Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Place the two salmon filets skin side down on top of the roasted tomatoes around the feta.
- Season Salmon and Bake Further: Drizzle olive oil on the salmon, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 13 to 15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and tender.
- Boil Noodles and Steam Spinach: While the salmon bakes, bring a pot of salted water to boil and cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Simultaneously, steam fresh spinach on the stovetop or in the microwave until wilted, then drain and set aside.
- Remove Skin from Salmon: Once the salmon is fully cooked, remove the baking dish from the oven. Using a spatula, carefully lift the salmon filets out and peel off the skin.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the skinless salmon filets back into the baking dish. Add the steamed spinach, drained noodles, fresh dill, chopped basil, and freshly squeezed lemon juice to the dish.
- Flake and Mix: Gently flake the salmon with a fork and thoroughly mix all ingredients together, allowing the softened feta to coat the pasta and vegetables with its creamy texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Spoon the baked feta salmon pasta into bowls and serve immediately while warm for a delightful and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute spinach with kale or arugula based on preference.
- Ensure salmon is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F for safety.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes while seasoning.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and can be reheated gently.
