Salmon and Herb Penne Recipe

Salmon and Herb Penne Recipe

  • 4 ounces whole wheat penne
  • 1/4 cup olive oil (MUFA)
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 pound boneless, skinless wild salmon fillet, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained
  1. Prepare pasta per package directions without adding salt.
  2. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat while pasta cooks. Add tomatoes and garlic and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Raise heat to high and add wine, salmon, basil, oregano, and capers and cook until salmon is just opaque, about 4 minutes.
  3. Drain pasta and add to skillet. Toss with tomatoes and salmon to combine. Divide equally among 4 bowls. Sprinkle with additional basil and oregano, if desired.