Costco Salmon with Kirkland Signature Pesto Pasta
Costco WholesaleCostco Salmon with Kirkland Signature Pesto Pasta
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 1 1/2 pounds Kirkland Signature Atlantic salmon fillets, skin on or off, 4 portions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Pesto Pasta
- 1 pound Kirkland Signature organic penne pasta
- 1/2 cup Kirkland Signature basil pesto
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for serving
- 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, as needed
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
Pat the Kirkland Signature Atlantic salmon fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Brush the mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Place the seasoned salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time will vary based on thickness.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400
- 4
While the salmon bakes, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the Kirkland Signature organic penne pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
⏱️ 12 min
- 5
Drain the pasta and return it to the pot over low heat. Add the Kirkland Signature basil pesto, halved cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and the juice from the other half of the lemon. Toss gently to combine.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
If the pasta seems too dry, add the reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. The heat from the pasta will wilt the spinach.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Serve the pesto pasta immediately, topped with a baked salmon fillet. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and extra grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. This recipe makes excellent leftovers for lunch the next day!
⏱️ 1 min
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Costco WholesaleCostco Salmon with Kirkland Signature Pesto Pasta
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 1 1/2 pounds Kirkland Signature Atlantic salmon fillets, skin on or off, 4 portions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Pesto Pasta
- 1 pound Kirkland Signature organic penne pasta
- 1/2 cup Kirkland Signature basil pesto
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for serving
- 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, as needed
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
Pat the Kirkland Signature Atlantic salmon fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Brush the mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Place the seasoned salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time will vary based on thickness.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400 - 4
While the salmon bakes, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the Kirkland Signature organic penne pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
⏱️ 12 min - 5
Drain the pasta and return it to the pot over low heat. Add the Kirkland Signature basil pesto, halved cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and the juice from the other half of the lemon. Toss gently to combine.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
If the pasta seems too dry, add the reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. The heat from the pasta will wilt the spinach.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Serve the pesto pasta immediately, topped with a baked salmon fillet. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and extra grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. This recipe makes excellent leftovers for lunch the next day!
⏱️ 1 min