Salmon and Pasta with Lemon Balm Pesto

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  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
Lemon Balm Pesto: 2 c. fresh lemon balm leaves5 T olive oil5 cloves garlicsalt and pepper to tasteSalmon Pasta:8 oz spelt spaghetti noodles2 5-ounce cans wild pink salmon, drained1/2 large onion, sliced1 T butter1 T oil2 c. frozen chopped spinach
Directions
Lemon Balm Pesto:
Combine lemon balm, oil, and garlic in food processor. Thin with water if necessary. Set aside.

Salmon Pasta:
Boil noodles per package directions.

In a large saucepan, over medium heat, heat oil and butter. Saute onion until translucent. Stir in remaining ingredients and simmer until heated through.

Combine cooked pasta, salmon mixture, and pesto in large pot.

Makes 4 2-cup servings.

Serving Size: 2 cups

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user LEFTOVERS4LUNCH.

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 495.3
  • Total Fat: 26.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 32.6 mg
  • Sodium: 332.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 45.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 7.1 g
  • Protein: 26.4 g

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