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Marry Me Tuscan Salmon

By Matt Price

Apr 29, 2024, Updated Mar 25, 2026

Marry Me Tuscan Salmon Recipe by Mr. Make It Happen

Introduction

Picture this: a creamy, luxurious pasta dish, infused with the delicate flavors of salmon, kissed with a hint of lemon, and finished with a flourish of fresh herbs. This, my friends, is Marry Me Salmon Pasta – a dish so delectable, it’s been known to inspire declarations of love at first bite. In this blog post, we’ll explore the irresistible charm of Marry Me Salmon Pasta, its origins, and how you can recreate this culinary romance in your own kitchen.

Alright, let’s be honest… Marry Me this and that is really just Tuscan Salmon, Chicken etc with a new name lol. Welcome to the internet, where old will become new again. Either way, I’m not complaining.. because whatever you want to call it… it’s delicious!

At the heart of Marry Me Salmon Pasta is, of course, the salmon – tender, flaky, and full of flavor. The salmon is seared for color and finished in the oven, while the same skillet is used for a creamy sauce infused with garlic, shallots, white wine, and a touch of lemon zest, which adds brightness and freshness to the dish. The sauce is then tossed with cooked pasta – preferably a long, ribbon-like variety such as fettuccine or linguine – and finished with a generous sprinkling of fresh herbs such as parsley or dill. Looking for more? Try my crab cake pasta. You might also love my 3 luxurious layers that make this oxtail lasagna unforgettable.

Begin by seasoning your salmon filets with your preferred seasoning blend – today I am using my All Purpose and Lemon Bae but feel free to use things like salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and cajun seasoning Looking for more? Try my 10. Looking for more? Try my this homemade lasagna recipe gets 5. You might also love my creamy lemon garlic chicken pasta.

Dice your shallot, garlic, and sundried tomatoes and set aside until later for the sauce. If you love this, you'll also enjoy my shrimp po boy. If you love this, you'll also enjoy my tortellini pasta bake. You might also love my traditional spaghetti.

For the salmon, we are going to sear it in a hot skillet and baste it with butter the way the good lord intended, lol. Finish the salmon in a 400 degree oven until it hits your desired internal temp (for me that’s about 130-135 degrees) You might also love my brown butter scallop risotto with pancetta, peas & parmesan. For another crowd-pleaser, check out my chicken marsala with crispy pancetta and mushrooms. You might also love my lobster pasta.

In the same skillet, add the shallot, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook until tender (about 2-3 minutes) and then add in the spinach. Looking for more? Try my stop overcooking. You might also love my 5. If you love this, you'll also enjoy my lamb and lobster surf and turf with garlic butter sauce.

After the spinach cooks down, add pasta water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and mix in the heavy cream. Mix to combine and start to incorporate the parmesan cheese. Season to taste and add in the pasta. For another crowd-pleaser, check out my southern comfort meets viral flavor. Don't miss my seafood boil in a bag for another delicious option. If you love this, you'll also enjoy my why this 6 step shrimp boil bag recipe beats any restaurant version.

Plate the pasta and then salmon filet on top. Garnish with parmesan and parsley and enjoy. Looking for more? Try my lobster rolls. Don't miss my creamy mafaldine pasta for another delicious option. For another crowd-pleaser, check out my pasta carbonara.

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Marry Me Salmon Pasta (Tuscan Salmon)

Matt Price

Picture this: a creamy, luxurious pasta dish, infused with the delicate flavors of salmon, kissed with a hint of lemon, and finished with a flourish of fresh herbs. This, my friends, is Marry Me Salmon Pasta – a dish so delectable, it has been known to inspire declarations of love at first bite. In this blog post, we'll explore the irresistible charm of Marry Me Salmon Pasta, its origins, and how you can recreate this culinary romance in your own kitchen.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Main Course, Pasta, Seafood Recipes

Cuisine Italian

Servings 2 people

Calories 1874 kcal

Equipment

1 Cutting Board

1 Mr. Make It Happen Chef Knife or your preferred cutting knife

1 Mr. Make It Happen Skillet or your preferred skillet

1 Strainer

1 Can Opener

1 Saute Pan

Ingredients

  

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Seafood

• ▢ 2 6 oz Salmon Filets

Wet Ingredients

• ▢ 3 tbsps butter
• ▢ ¼ cup pasta water
• ▢ 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• ▢ 1 cup heavy cream
• ▢ 2 tbsps tomato paste

Dry Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb fettuccine

Produce

• ▢ 1 diced shallot
• ▢ 3-4 cloves minced garlic
• ▢ ¼ cup sundried tomatoes
• ▢ 2 cups fresh spinach

Seasonings

• ▢ Lemon Bae
• ▢ parsley garnish
• ▢ 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
• ▢ red pepper flakes to taste optional
• ▢ 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ▢ AP seasoning

Instructions

 

Step 1 – Season & Sear the Salmon

• Start by seasoning your salmon with your preferred blend. Today, I’m using my All-Purpose and Lemon Bae Seasonings, but you can go with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Cajun seasoning for a bit of heat.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes per side, basting with butter until golden brown.
• Transfer the salmon to a 400°F oven and bake until it reaches 130-135°F internal temperature (about 5 minutes).

Step 2 – Make the Creamy Tuscan Sauce

• Using the same skillet, let’s build that rich, flavorful sauce!
• Add butter, shallots, and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
• Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, allowing the spinach to wilt.
• Pour in white wine (or chicken broth) and let it reduce slightly.

Step 3 – Boil Pasta

• Add water to a pot and sprinkle a little salt in the water while bringing everything to a boil.
• Cook your fettuccine or linguine according to package instructions, reserving some pasta water.

Step 4 – Toss with Pasta & Serve

• Lower heat to a simmer and pour in heavy cream.
• Stir in parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth and creamy.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Toss the pasta into the sauce, coating it evenly.
• Plate the pasta, then place your perfectly seared salmon on top.
• Garnish with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Notes

This recipe can serve 2-4 people depending on appetite and portion sizes!

Nutrition

Calories: 1874kcalCarbohydrates: 187gProtein: 77gFat: 92gSaturated Fat: 50gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 24gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 476mgSodium: 1547mgPotassium: 2196mgFiber: 11gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 6088IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 701mgIron: 9mg

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