High Protein Lachs-Feta Pasta (viraler Klassiker neu gedacht)

Ingredients

• 400 g Salmon Fillet (skinless, cut into bite‑size cubes)
• 200 g Fresh Spinach (washed and trimmed)
• 200 g Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
• 150 g Feta Cheese (crumbled)
• 200 ml Crème Fraîche (full‑fat)
• 300 g Pasta (Penne or similar) (dry, any short pasta shape)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin)
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano (optional)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder (optional)
• 0.5 tsp Salt (to taste)
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 10 g Fresh Basil Leaves (torn for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 200°C (400°F) and let it preheat while you prepare the ingredients.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 200°C

2. Prepare Ingredients

   Cut the salmon into bite‑size cubes, halve the cherry tomatoes, rinse and trim the spinach, and crumble the feta cheese.

   Time: PT10M

3. Assemble Baking Dish

   In a large mixing bowl combine the salmon, spinach, cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, crème fraîche, olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated, then transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.

   Time: PT5M

4. Bake the Mixture

   Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20‑25 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily and the vegetables are tender.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 200°C

5. Boil Pasta

   While the salmon bakes, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente, about 10‑12 minutes.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 100°C

6. Drain Pasta

   Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside, keeping the reserved cooking water nearby.

   Time: PT2M

7. Mash Baked Mixture

   Remove the baking dish from the oven. Using a fork, gently mash the baked salmon, vegetables and feta together to create a creamy sauce.

   Time: PT2M

8. Combine Pasta and Sauce

   Add the cooked pasta to the baking dish and toss to coat. If the sauce looks thick, stir in a splash of the reserved pasta water until you reach a silky consistency.

   Time: PT3M

9. Serve

   Plate the pasta, garnish with torn fresh basil leaves if desired, and enjoy immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

505

Protein

34 g

Carbohydrates

75 g

Fat

46 g

Fiber

3 g