Creamy pasta with salmon and peas
A simple and delicious weeknight favorite that the whole family will love. This dish is made in one pan and one pot, and is on the table in under 25 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights.
In short
Simple pasta dish with seared salmon cubes, peas, and a mild cream sauce ready in 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- Pasta (e.g., tagliatelle or penne)400 g
- Salmon fillet (skinless and boneless)500 g
- Frozen green peas200 g
- Heavy cream3 dl
- Garlic2 cloves
- Lemon (juice and zest)0.5 pcs
- Butter or oil for frying1 tbsp
- Salt and pepperto taste
- Fresh dill or chives (optional)2 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Cook the pasta in well-salted water according to package directions. Reserve about 0.5 dl of the pasta water before draining.
- 2
Cut the salmon fillets into cubes of about 2x2 cm. Heat a little butter or oil in a deep frying pan and quickly sear the salmon over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes, until it gets a light crust. Carefully transfer the salmon onto a plate.
- 3
Finely chop the garlic and sauté it in the same pan for one minute without letting it brown. Pour in the cream and frozen peas, and let simmer for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season to taste with a little grated lemon zest, a few drops of lemon juice, salt, and freshly ground pepper.
- 4
Gently fold the freshly cooked pasta and the seared salmon cubes into the sauce. Add a little pasta water if the sauce becomes too thick, sprinkle with fresh herbs, and serve immediately.
Questions and answers
Can I use frozen salmon for this dish?
Yes, quickly thaw the salmon fillets in cold water for about 15 minutes before cutting them into cubes and frying them.
What can I substitute the heavy cream with for a lighter version?
You can easily replace heavy cream with single cream, light cooking cream, or a combination of milk and a little cream cheese for a lighter sauce.
How are leftovers stored and reheated?
Leftovers will keep for up to 2 days in an airtight container in the fridge; gently reheat in a pan with a small splash of milk or water.
How long does Creamy pasta with salmon and peas take?
About 22 minutes in total: 10 minutes prep and 12 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 9 ingredients: Pasta (e.g., tagliatelle or penne), Salmon fillet (skinless and boneless), Frozen green peas, Heavy cream, Garlic, Lemon (juice and zest) …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
