This easy salmon pasta can be prepared in under 20 minutes, making it perfect for a quick family dinner. Fun-shaped pasta adds a playful element for kids while incorporating fiber and omega-3 for a nutritious meal.
Nutrition (Per serving of 4 average portions):
- Calories: 463 kcal
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Sugars: 5g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Salt: 0.2g
Ingredients:
- 240g wholewheat fusilli
- Knob of butter
- 1 large shallot, finely chopped
- 140g frozen peas
- 2 skinless salmon fillets, cut into chunks
- 140g low-fat crème fraîche
- ½ low-salt vegetable stock cube
- Small bunch of chives, snipped
Method:
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a pan of water and cook the fusilli according to the package instructions.
- Sauté the Shallots: In a separate saucepan, melt a knob of butter and cook the shallots for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the peas, salmon, crème fraîche, and 50ml of water. Crumble in the stock cube and cook for 3-4 minutes until the salmon is done.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the chives and season with black pepper. Mix the sauce with the pasta, then serve in bowls.
