Kids' Favourite Salmon Pasta With Peas Recipe

Name: Kids' Favourite Salmon Pasta With Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups farfalle pasta; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 2 green onions, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 2/3 cups milk; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 cup frozen peas; 1/2 cup light cream cheese, cubed; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon dried dill weed; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 7 1/2 ounces salmon, drained and broken into chunks

Servings: persons

5 cups farfalle pasta
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 2/3 cups milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup light cream cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
7 1/2 ounces salmon, drained and broken into chunks

1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until tender but firm, 8 to 10 minutes.
2
Reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid, drain and return the pasta to the pot.
3
Meanwhile, in a saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat.
4
Cook the onion and garlic until softened, about 2 minutes.
5
Add the milk and heat until steaming.
6
Whisk the corn starch with 2 tablespoons water.
7
Stir into the milk mixture and cook, stirring, until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
8
Add the peas, cheese, parsley, lemon juice, mustard, dill weed, salt and pepper.
9
Stir until the cheese is melted.
10
Add to the pasta and toss to coat, adding the reserved cooking liquid if desired.
11
Gently stir in the salmon.

1579

kcal

Calories

Fat

266

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups farfalle pasta, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 2 green onions, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Kids' Favourite Salmon Pasta With Peas falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kids' Favourite Salmon Pasta With Peas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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