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One-Pan Roasted Garlic Salmon Protein Pasta

Recipe by Andrew Kleiman on InstagramAdded 2 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A hearty one‑pan dinner that pairs perfectly roasted garlic salmon with protein‑rich pasta. The creamy basil‑infused sauce and sweet cherry tomatoes add bright flavor, while the dish stays high in protein and low in carbs. Quick to assemble and ready in just 30 minutes, it's ideal for a satisfying post‑workout meal.

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Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.

  2. Place the salmon fillets on a baking pan and season with minced garlic, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. Add the cherry tomatoes to the pan and lightly coat everything with cooking spray.

  4. Bake for 20 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the tomatoes are softened.

  5. While the salmon bakes, cook the pasta according to the package directions, then drain, reserving 0.5 cup of the pasta water.

  6. In a bowl, combine the cooked pasta with light cream cheese, chopped fresh basil, and the reserved pasta water, stirring until creamy.

  7. Serve the roasted salmon on top of the creamy pasta, optionally topping with grated Parmesan, red pepper flakes, and extra fresh basil.

Tips while you cook

Season before baking
Apply the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the salmon before it goes in the oven.
Reserve pasta water
Set aside 0.5 cup of pasta water before draining.
Use cooking spray for easy release
Lightly coat the salmon and tomatoes with cooking spray.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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