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Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Lemon, Basil, and Salmon
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis Show: Everyday Italian Episode: Giada's Spa Weekend Brought Home Overall User Rating: 
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simple and delicious
07/19/2008 at 10:26pm
User: chrisi from American Fork , UT User Rating:
Loved this recipe! It is easy and the flavors go very well together. I've been trying to eat more salmon since it is so good for you and I needed a new recipe. My husand even liked it and he is a very picky eater. Thanks for the great recipe.
Great Idea
07/16/2008 at 12:25am
User: Smith from Sumter, SC User Rating:
This recipe is a wonderful idea for use with VERY FRESH SALMON. At the time when I first made this dish, I was living a couple hundred miles inland and the salmon I used was not the freshest. Because this recipe uses very simple clean flavors and minimal seasoning, it really only succeeds with fresh, firm delicious salmon. I, knowing the salmon was less than perfect, should have used a heavier, more pungent, Asian or maple glaze which works better with less than perfect, et completely safe and edible, salmon
Brilliant and Tastey
07/13/2008 at 10:57am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy, Fast and Fantastic!!
fantastic
06/22/2008 at 04:35pm
User: null from null, null User Rating:
This is a refreshing and tasty dish... Especially in the summer. Thanks
tasty
06/15/2008 at 06:12pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this recipe is excellent
Yum~o
06/13/2008 at 11:26pm
User: Melissa from San Diego, CA User Rating:
so easy, so fast & so yummy!
Easy & Tasty
06/12/2008 at 10:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
easy & tasty
Great Flavor and Easy
05/27/2008 at 06:31pm
User: Rosa from Marietta, GA User Rating:
The basil mixed with the wheat spaghetti add a great flavor to this dish. The salmon is a great addition and the whole dish is so easy to make.
Simply a great dish
05/26/2008 at 09:07pm
User: Jim from Torrance, CA User Rating:
It took more time to make that it took to eat!
Great flavor without the guilt!
05/20/2008 at 10:06pm
User: Lisa from Tacoma, WA User Rating:
I am a newly pregnant woman looking for heahty recipes that are tasty as well. This recipe is amazing! I made this for dinner and it was a hit with my boyfriend as well as the neighbors, (all of them army men used to eating SPAM and mac and cheese.) Thanks!
very good and easy
05/18/2008 at 08:46am
User: joyce from tucson, AZ User Rating:
this is a fine melding of flavors and textures..I have an excess of lemons and welcome the liberal use of zest/juice in any recipe. This one is a keeper.
Fresh and Delicious
05/15/2008 at 04:17pm
User: Nicole from Lynn, MA User Rating:
I never like salmon before this dish. It's my new favorite. I actually saute the garlic (don't like it raw), oil and crushed red pepper in the same pan as I saute the salmon in, add lemon and a little white wine at the end and then toss the hot past with arugala. It's delicious and the arugala gives a little more bite too it. My mother is also hooked on it. She buys and I cook. Thanks Giada!!
Wonderful light meal
05/12/2008 at 09:50pm
User: Margot from Red Lodge, MT User Rating:
This was an easy and very satisfying diner! I will make this again and again.
This was soooooo Good!!
05/12/2008 at 08:30pm
User: christina from Copley, OH User Rating:
The flavor of the pasta and the spaghetti were awesome! I loved it with the spinach. So So good.
Love It!
03/28/2008 at 07:59pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is one of my favorite recipes - it's so easy to make, DELICIOUS, and healthy. My boyfriend and I probably make it once a week!
Sooo Good!!
03/21/2008 at 08:59am
User: Kelly from Newport News, VA User Rating:
This recipe was just that--so good! My husband loved it, as well as both of my boys (12 and 7). That almost never happens at our house. They loved the salmon AND the pasta! They even ate all their spinach. This was easy to prepare and a huge hit--what more could I ask for?!?!
Light and delicious
03/09/2008 at 10:40pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a fantastic dish that doesn't weigh you down. It's so fresh -- I could eat it every day. One note, though, I double and even triple the garlic. Also, I add a little (very good) olive oil, salt and pepper to the spinach so it's not entirely naked.
Easy and flavorful
02/27/2008 at 08:30pm
User: Anna from Canton, OH User Rating:
This easy to make, and was very good. The only change was that i wilted the spinach in the pan with the basil, lemon and garlic and then added the pasta.
very easy and good
02/20/2008 at 04:34pm
User: janet from saddle brook, NJ User Rating:
I'm trying to cook healthier and this recipe works great ! very easy to make and very filling.
5 Stars for Ease; 4 Stars for Taste
02/18/2008 at 09:01pm
User: Stephanie from LAs Vegas, NV User Rating:
Overall I thought this recipe was great! It was very quick and easy to make- perfect option for a weeknight dinner. The salmon was great and the bed of spinach leaves looked great and tasted they went well together. The pasta sauce needed a little something, perhaps wine or shallots. The wheat pasta was great! I couldn't really tell the difference between that and regular pasta and it is such an easy way to incorporate whole grains into the meal. I thought it was going to be a light meal but everyone was really full arfterwards! I will make this recipe again. Thanks!
Salmon hating husband enjoys new meal
02/11/2008 at 12:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Fast, healthy, tasty, a joy. What more could you want.
Excellent flavor, nice and light!
02/10/2008 at 12:39pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
a quick, easy and delicious meal! So fresh and light.
Delicious!
01/29/2008 at 06:59pm
User: Debbie from Kennett Square, PA User Rating:
Very quick and tasty- for an even lighter method - I think I'll bake the salmon next time!- Very fresh and light
fast, easy and good
01/28/2008 at 06:11pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love this recipe! It was easy to make and didn't take a long time.
Needs a little more seasoning!
01/27/2008 at 04:16pm
User: Bethsaida from Deltona, FL User Rating:
This recipe is very easy to follow and the salmon is great but I think the pasta needs a little more seasoning to catch your attention. It was probably because it is my first time eating whole wheat pasta. Over all is good!
Okay
01/27/2008 at 02:42pm
User: Catherine from Sugar Land, TX User Rating:
The flavor of the pasta was really good. I liked the way the lemon came through for a fresh, clean taste. The salmon was just okay for us. There wasn't anything wrong with it, but it lacked flavor. I will make this dish again but either marinate the salmon or add some of the lemon zest to it.
Easy & Wonderful
01/26/2008 at 07:25pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
What a nice change. This recipe was extremely easy and the taste was awesome.
Can't wait to make again!!!!
01/25/2008 at 06:43pm
User: April from Minden, NV User Rating:
Instead of spagehtti I used Trader Joe's Multigrain Penne with Flaxseed. I couldn't find my zester so I left it out, and I'm not a big fan of zest anyhow. It taste similar to some of the wonderful dishes I have had in Napa Valley. I paired it with a great pinot noir. Love this recipe! Extremely easy and fast, even for those who dont like to cook fish!
Quick, Easy and Delicious
01/25/2008 at 06:37am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very easy to make, not time consuming and was delicious. I will definately make this again!
Very Good
01/24/2008 at 11:32am
User: cheri from brier, WA User Rating:
This is a recipe that can be prepared in the amount of time it takes to boil water and cook spaghetti. It's so simple, yet packed with wonderful flavors that blend well together. The lemony spaghetti was absolutely delicious with the salmon, and made a beautiful presentation served over the fresh spinach. If you're looking for something healthy, this is it! But, if you're just going for taste....THIS IS IT! I can't wait to have it again.
Pretty good
01/23/2008 at 11:50am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Pretty good
amazing salmon!
01/22/2008 at 09:05pm
User: julie from spokane, WA User Rating:
i just got done making and eating this meal and i have to say it was amazing!!! fast and easy! i'm making this tomorrow for my daughter and i cant' wait! my other two will also love this also.it's DELICIOUS!!!!!!!
Light, Elegant, Fantastic!
01/21/2008 at 10:16am
User: J from Vancouver, WA User Rating:
Made this last night for my native-Italian honey and he raved. The lemon made for a light, bright flavor. Served her Verdure al Forno as a side. Every recipe of Giada's I've made has been a huge hit. Keep 'em coming, girlfriend!
Light & Healthy
01/20/2008 at 10:11pm
User: R from Hamilton, CA User Rating:
This dish comes together so quickly! Salmon and capers are a fantastic combination, and this light, refreshing meal is just the thing to help wean you off the gluttony of the holiday season. I reserve 5 stars for those meals that really blow me away. And while this one doesn't really do that, it is a great meal to add to my recipe box and enjoy time and again.
AMAZING
01/20/2008 at 09:56am
User: colleen from turnersville, NJ User Rating:
This was such a wonderful dish. It was healthy, delicious and unique. After years of trying many salmon recipes that were all similar, this was a change of pace. I added slightly more capers and garlic than the recipes calls for because I like those flavors. I also topped it with grated parmesan cheese for extra flavor. We will be making it again.
delicious!
01/19/2008 at 01:38pm
User: CHRISTINE from Casa Grande, AZ User Rating:
This was wonderful. My salmon had the skin on and I fried it meat side down about 6 minutes. It had a spectacular crust after.Very tasty dinner. My husband loved it!
THIS RECIPE IS A KEEPER!
01/15/2008 at 09:54pm
User: NORMA from Tucson, AZ User Rating:
We loved this recipe! One change I made, since we don't care for raw garlic, was to saute the garlic after removing the salmon from the skillet. Then I added the basil, capers, lemon zest and lemon juice to the skillet, stirred, and poured all of it over the spaghetti. Next time (which will be SOON), I will also wilt the spinach a little before serving. This dish is so refreshing yet it is very filling. I just served it with garlic bread and a side salad. Delicious! Thanks, Giada!
:\ So i'm that guy...
01/14/2008 at 11:09pm
User: Elliott from Platteville, WI User Rating:
I made this recipe for my girlfriend for dinner tonight and we had mixed feelings about it. She's not a huge fan of Salmon so I substituted with Mahi-mahi on her dish. I really liked the fish and pasta combination but could have done without the spinach and made a nice salad to complement it instead of being in it. With that said I did really enjoy the pasta and the fish, it's hard to get her to respond to any fish so it was good to get a positive response. I also added some sun-dried tomatoes to the fish when it was in the skillet, then dumped them cooked into the pasta. Added some depth to the pasta. All in all I would suggest the recipe with some modifications just because we're used to bold filling flavors and the "spa" feel of the dish was definitely there. Good healthy dinner.
Out of this World
01/14/2008 at 10:59pm
User: Donna from Moses Lake,, WA User Rating:
We used whole-wheat angel hair pasta. This was so easy and the flavor was out of this world. I cooked the salmon a little longer and seasoned with coarse salt and lemon peper. I really wouldn't change anything, except cooking salman longer but that is to each his own.
Delicious!
01/14/2008 at 05:10pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was fantastic, very light and filling at the same time. I was able to prepare the whole meal in the time it took the pasta to cook. The only thing I will do differently next time is wilt the spinach a little bit before serving. Other than that, it was perfect.
ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!!!!!!
01/14/2008 at 03:49am
User: Lori from Auburn, WA User Rating:
Oh my goodness you MUST try this dish! We LOVED it! I used the whole box of whole wheat pasta (13 oz.) so there would be leftovers. So, I added an additional tablespoon of oil, extra garlic and also added some of the pasta water when I combined everything. It tastes so heavenly. I will be making this all the time now! I just love all of Giada's dishes!! Thanks!!! Lori, Auburn, WA
Sooooooo delicious!!!!
01/13/2008 at 08:42pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We made this (minus the salmon) for a light dinner and it was sooo good. We're even considering having again tomorrow night!
Andrea - Rockville ,MD
01/13/2008 at 08:31pm
User: Andrea from Rockville, MD User Rating:
This is a great healthy dish but I made a few revisions. I sauteed the spinach in a little garlic & O oil ahead just until wilted. I also added an extra T-spoon of O oil to the pasta when combing it w/ the sauce. In addition I roasted the salmon by brushing on O oil & salt & pepper @ 350 for 15 minutes so that I was hands free in the kitchen while entertaining. I reheated the spinach, layered it in the bottom of the bowl, topped it w/the pasta then salmon. I was looking for something healthy for a freind dealing w/breast cancer. She loved it & so did we! I had side dishes but you really don't need to.
easy and great tasting
01/13/2008 at 05:57pm
User: ricky from piscataway, NJ User Rating:
I loved the flavors. I was hesitant at first because I am not a capers fan, but it did add a nice bite to the dish without a bitter tang. The dish was easy to prepare and my family ate it all up an wanted more.
Quick, Easy, Delicious!
01/13/2008 at 03:46pm
User: Velma from Hilo, HI User Rating:
I didn't have spinach so used arugula instead, which worked just as well. The lemon gives the pasta a brightness to the flavor. It works with any fish...I used mahimahi (because of its availability in my region), instead of salmon. I love all of Giada's pasta recipes.
Great flavor and healthy
01/12/2008 at 07:54pm
User: carole from Indianapolis, IN User Rating:
This hit the spot for a meal: great taste, very quick, and extemely healthy! What more could anyone ask for!!!!I am a real fan of your recipes. Thank you! PS. I was surprised at how good whole wheat could be.... Carole, Indianapolis, IN
Yes Yes Yes, yummm
01/12/2008 at 03:46pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
If you are in tne mood for a pasta dish that is not heavy, and not loaded with a heavy sauce...this is it. loved it! Fresh and light, just delicious. Quick too. Pair it with the salad she did on this episode, that was fabulous too!
Light & Yummy
01/10/2008 at 12:49pm
User: Maritza from Montclair, CA User Rating:
The pasta dish was easy to make. It was light and tasty. I was surprised with the whole wheat pasta. It was actually very tasty. My entire family enjoyed this dish. I will make it again. Thanks Giada! I enjoy watching you cook daily.
Delicious and super easy!
01/09/2008 at 08:47pm
User: Ashley from Murray, UT User Rating:
I made this dinner for my husband's birthday and we both absolutely loved it! I replaced the capers with roasted red peppers and it was great! Will definitely make this again, was super easy and made it in less than 20 minutes. Definitely a must try!
Delicious!!!
01/08/2008 at 09:09pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
So light and healthy and absolutely delicious. Thanks again Giada for another fabulous recipe.
Amazing!!
01/08/2008 at 09:07pm
User: Marie from Oxford, MI User Rating:
This recipe is fabulous! A wonderful mix of flavors and textures that tastes very gourmet but you know you are eating something healthy. Highly recommend it! Giada is the best.
Delicious for the whole family!
01/08/2008 at 08:50am
User: Melanie from Knoxville, TN User Rating:
My 7 year old daughter and I were watching the show. I had been asking her what she wanted for her birthday dinner and after seeing this prepared she said she wanted the salmon. We prepared it together and she ate the whole piece of salmon! She's not a real adventurous eater, but she loved it (as did the rest of the family). The only thing I'll change when I make it next time is less garlic.
Fast & easy
01/07/2008 at 09:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was so easy! I actually mad tilapia as well as salmon; my husband does not like slamon. Delicious and subtle.
Super easy, light and healthy
01/06/2008 at 07:35pm
User: Jennifer from Santa Rosa, CA User Rating:
This dish was quick and easy to make and its mild flavors worked well together. The capers give the spaghetti a "pop" and the lemon and basil lend a fresh, bright taste to the dish. We liked it.
Easy and healthy
01/06/2008 at 01:56pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
How easy! A wonderful meal in very little time and so healthy! Could eat it 3 meals a day.
Elegant
01/06/2008 at 12:24am
User: Marybeth from Chicago, IL User Rating:
Excellent and elegant as is. Loved it.
WOW!!
01/05/2008 at 10:05pm
User: Rick from Elk Grove, CA User Rating:
We decided that this would make an interesting meal for tonight after watching this morning's show. It was quick, easy, and quite filling. Will definitely do this again.
good dish
01/05/2008 at 07:52pm
User: reba from west palm beach, FL User Rating:
My husband and I loved this side. The only thing I did to alter was to add a few strips of crispy turkey bacon bits that added some crunch. But otherwise, the ratios were perfect, and we used udon noodles for a very light version.