Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 pound

tagliatelle

dried

1 pound

salmon fillet

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 cup

vegetable stock

4 tbsp

pesto

0.5 pound

peas

frozen

0.5 cup

plain yogurt

3 tbsp

fresh parsley

chopped

Step 1
~2 min

Bring a pot of salty water to a boil.

Step 2
~2 min

Cook the pasta until al dente.

Step 3
~2 min

In a separate skillet, bring the vegetable stock to a boil.

Step 4
~2 min

Add the peas and cook until tender.

Step 5
~2 min

Stir in the pesto and season with salt and pepper.

Step 6
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook the salmon skin-side up until 3/4 cooked through.

Step 8
~2 min

Flip the salmon and finish cooking.

Step 9
~2 min

Remove the skin from the salmon and discard it.

Step 10
~2 min

Flake the salmon gently.

Step 11
~2 min

Drain the pasta and return it to the cooking pot.

Step 12
~2 min

Add the yogurt, pea and pesto mixture, and chopped parsley.

Step 13
~2 min

Toss well to combine.

Step 14
~2 min

Stir in the salmon chunks.

Step 15
~2 min

Divide into bowls and serve immediately with fresh black pepper.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.

Use homemade pesto for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Pesto can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caprese salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Pasta is a staple in Italian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Weeknight

Popularity Score

75/100

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