Mini saffron and salmon wheels

Name: Mini saffron and salmon wheels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Mini Wheels pasta 1 ½ cup; Peas to shell 1 ½ cup; Salmon steaks 6 oz; Saffron (one packet) 0.042 oz; Parsley to taste; Fine salt to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Bean sprouts to taste

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366

Calories per serving

Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 366
Carbohydrates g 47.2
of which sugars g 4
Protein g 16.2
Fats g 12.5
of which saturated fat g 2.3
Fiber g 4.3
Cholesterol mg 13
Sodium mg 535

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

This dish takes a classic Italian pasta and gives it a playful spin. Really good stuff. Mini wheels pasta—those fun little rotelle shapes—are already a favorite with kids, but here they get an upgrade with a golden hint of saffron. That touch of saffron is a nod to northern Italian cooking, where they love adding color and a delicate flavor to their food. The bright yellow pasta? It brings a pop of sunshine to your plate, and the combo with tender salmon pieces and fresh peas is just so so good. It’s the kind of saffron pasta with salmon that feels light and cheerful, perfect when you want to make something special but keep it super easy. You’ll notice how the peas give a little sweet bite, while the salmon adds a nice, mild flavor. Which is great.

In Italy, using saffron in pasta is common, but mixing it with salmon and peas like this is a newer, playful twist that’s great for celebrating occasions like Mother’s Day. The presentation? So pretty—those little wheels coated in a saffron cream sauce, scattered with green peas and bites of pink salmon. Makes the whole thing look as good as it tastes. This saffron salmon recipe also comes together quickly, meaning less time cooking, more time just chilling at the table. Kids usually have fun with these mini wheels, and everyone enjoys the colorful, moist pasta with each crispy-edged salmon bite. You get a dish that’s both familiar and a bit creative, kind of the best of Italian tradition and modern kitchen ideas. The flavors stay nice and mild, so it’s easy for everyone to enjoy—nothing too strong or fancy.

Whether you’re making it for a family celebration or just a quick weeknight meal, this salmon pasta dish adds a little bit of fun to any table. Plus, the playful colors and rich flavors make it a meal that’s as much fun to make as it is to eat—bringing a touch of Italian flair to your home dining experience. For sure. You know?

INGREDIENTS: Mini Wheels pasta 1 ½ cup (200 g); Peas 1 ½ cup (200 g) - to shell; Salmon steaks 6 oz (170 g); Saffron 0.042 oz (0.125 g) - (one packet); Parsley to taste; Fine salt to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Bean sprouts to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Mini saffron and salmon wheels

To prepare the mini saffron and salmon wheels, start by placing a pot full of water on the stove for cooking the pasta, color the water with saffron 1. Take care of the seasoning: shell the peas (2-3),

then cook them in slightly salted boiling water 4 for about 10 minutes so they remain crispy. Set aside the cooked peas 5 and place a pot full of water on the stove to cook the pasta, color the water with saffron 5. Take care of the salmon: first cut the fillet into strips 6

and then into cubes 7. Heat the oil in a pan, add the salmon cubes 8, salt them, season with parsley 9, and sear them for just a few moments,

just until they become pink 10. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in the saffron-flavored water 11 for about 6 minutes or the time indicated on the package. Once ready, drain the pasta directly into the pan with the salmon 12.

Add the peas 13, mix to season, and then serve on plates garnishing with beet sprouts 14. Your mini saffron and salmon wheels are ready to be enjoyed 15.