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Salmon and Creamy Lemon Penne

with zucchini and Parmesan

Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Mild

Cook Within: 3 days

Contains: Fish (Salmon), Milk, Wheat

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  • Pescatarian
    Over 30g protein

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • Info
    9 oz. Salmon
  • Info
    4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
  • Info
    8 oz. Cooked Penne Pasta
  • 1 Zucchini
  • 1 Lemon
  • Info
    1 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
  • Info
    1 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • ½ tsp. Garlic and Parsley Seasoning
  • ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    750
  • Carbohydrates
    48g
  • Net Carbs
    46g
  • Fat
    44g
  • Protein
    42g
  • Sodium
    1050mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 2 Medium Non-Stick Pans
  • 1 Zester

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Cook the Salmon

    Pat salmon dry. Season flesh side with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper.

    Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add salmon, skin-side up, to hot pan. Sear until golden-brown and salmon reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 3-4 minutes per side.

    Remove from burner.

    While salmon cooks, continue recipe.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Trim zucchini ends, halve lengthwise, and cut into 1/2” half-moons. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted.

    Zest and halve lemon. Cut one half into wedges and juice the other half.

  3. 3

    Cook Zucchini and Add Sauce

    Place another medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add zucchini to hot pan. Stir occasionally until lightly browned and tender, 4-5 minutes.

    Add garlic and parsley seasoning, cream base, and 1/4 cup water. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

    Once simmering, stir in mozzarella until melted and combined, 1-2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Pasta and Finish Dish

    Add 1/4 tsp. salt, a pinch of pepper, 1 tsp. lemon zest, 1 tsp. lemon juice, red pepper flakes (to taste), and pasta to hot pan with sauce.

    Stir occasionally until combined and pasta is heated through, 1-2 minutes.

    Remove from burner.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping pasta with Parmesan. Squeeze lemon wedges over to taste. Bon appétit!

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