Salmon Pasta Recipe Without Cream

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 8 ounces dried pasta (we prefer linguine or fettuccine for this recipe)
• 4 quarts water, salted generously
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, to prevent sticking)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup white wine (optional but recommended for depth)
• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
• Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, torn
• Grated Parmesan cheese or a vegan alternative
• Toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds for crunch
• Extra lemon wedges for serving