Grilled Salmon Bruschetta Pasta

Smoky balsamic grilled salmon and lots of herby tomatoes make for the best summer pasta dish in this grilled salmon bruschetta pasta.

We’re in the thick of summer meals around here lately with no signs of stopping anytime soon! So naturally, I think it’s time to bring some bruschetta magic into the party.

Bruschetta is my quintessential summer food and I tend to go a little crazy with finding new ways to make it this time of year so it was obviously just a matter of time before this pasta entered the chat.

This is how summer eats were meant to be, folks. This dish only calls for 9 basic ingredients and about 30 minutes of your evening but the fresh flavors are off the charts!

And by the way, balsamic glaze brushed on grilled salmon is something that I’ll be making for approximately forever because just, wow.

This pasta hits all the marks and you’ll soon see why it needs to be on your regular rotation!

This Bruschetta Pasta features…

• A fresh basil tomato bruschetta mixture
• Buttery, tender balsamic grilled salmon
• Tender angel hair pasta

Making the Bruschetta Pasta

(scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full recipe)

Ingredients You Will Need

• Salmon
• Olive oil
• Balsamic glaze
• Tomatoes
• Garlic
• Granulated sugar
• Basil
• Angel hair pasta
• Parmesan cheese

How To Prep Salmon

You will need about 2 lbs of salmon for this pasta. I highly recommend buying a side of salmon and cutting into 4-6 uniform fillets rather than buying individual fillets.

I also recommend using skinless salmon for this recipe, but if you’re nervous about removing the skin from the delicate salmon fillets yourself, feel free to leave it on, grill it skin-side down to get it crispy, and serve it on top of pasta per recipe instructions.

Tips for Perfect Bruschetta Salmon

1. Rub salmon fillets with olive oil – be generous here! You want the salmon fillets very well coated with olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper.
2. Grill salmon on nonstick tin foil – salmon is a very delicate fish and without the skin, it can easily stick to the grates if you put it straight on the grill. For easy flipping and removal, I recommend grilling salmon on a sheet of nonstick or greased tin foil.
3. Brush salmon with balsamic glaze while grilling – this coats the salmon in lots of flavor while it cooks.
4. Use a kitchen thermometer to temp salmon – you’re aiming for an internal temperature of 125-130F for a tender, buttery interior.
5. Use fresh garlic and basil in bruschetta topping – using these ingredients fresh adds tons of flavor to the tomatoes.
6. Add a pinch of sugar to tomatoes – this cuts down on the acidity a bit and brightens up the tomato flavor.

Recipe Variations

Try these ideas for a different twist on this pasta.

• Swap out proteins – use boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts in place of the salmon. Be aware that cook time may vary and you’re aiming for an internal temp of 165F.
• Use a different pasta shape – try spaghetti, penne, rigatoni, or spiral pasta in place of the angel hair.
• Add more veggies – grill diced or sliced zucchini or mushrooms, add wilted spinach, or peas to pasta.

Stovetop and Oven Instructions

Don’t have a grill? You can still make this recipe using either the stovetop or oven.

• Stovetop: lightly grease a large nonstick skillet, heat over medium-high heat, and sear salmon 3-4 minutes on each side, brushing with balsamic glaze occasionally, until salmon registers 125-130F.
• Oven: place the salmon fillets on a greased sheet pan, coat well in balsamic glaze, and bake at 400F 10-12 minutes until salmon registers 125-130F.

Every component in this pasta tastes like pure summer magic together! The smoky grilled salmon seriously plays so well with the fresh tomato bruschetta mixture and all that tender angel hair.

Cheers to more in-season meals like this one!

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Try these other summery pasta recipes next!

• Zucchini Mac and Cheese
• Basil Pesto Ravioli
• Harissa Cherry Tomato Orzo