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WW Recipe of the Day: Penne Pasta with Smoked Salmon + Peas
Pasta with Smoked Salmon and Peas is one of my favorite ways to use the Honey Smoked Fish Co. smoked salmon we get from Costco. It is fast, flavorful, and comes together with just a few fridge and freezer staples—perfect for a light but satisfying easy WW friendly dinner.
My sister introduced me to this smoked salmon a while back, and now both Rod and I are hooked. (No pun intended!) It has just the right amount of smoky flavor without being overpowering, and it flakes beautifully into pasta or salads.
How Many Calories and WW Points in Creamy Penne Pasta with Smoked Salmon and Peas?
According to my calculations each serving has 402.
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10 PointsPlus (Old plan)
Ingredients and Substitutions
Smoked Salmon – Flaky and flavorful, this adds protein and a smoky depth to the dish.
Substitution: Flaked cooked salmon, canned salmon, or even leftover grilled shrimp.
Prepared Spinach Artichoke Dip – A creamy store-bought dip (like the one from Trader Joe’s or Costco). Adds richness and a flavor boost with minimal effort.
Substitution: You can use a homemade version or try light cream cheese blended with sautéed spinach and chopped artichokes.
Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt – Adds protein and tang while lightening up the sauce.
Substitution: Sour cream or low-fat plain yogurt works in a pinch.
Penne Pasta – A sturdy, tube-shaped pasta that holds the sauce well. Any short cut of pasta will work.
Substitution: Use whole wheat, chickpea, or gluten-free pasta to suit your preferences.
Frozen Peas – Naturally sweet and quick to defrost, peas add color and texture.
Substitution: Try edamame, chopped asparagus, or baby spinach.
How to Make Penne Pasta with Smoked Salmon and Peas
This pasta dish comes together in under 20 minutes:
Step 1: Cook the Pasta – Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne until al dente. Scoop out about ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
Step 2: Make the Sauce – In a food processor (affiliate link) or blender (affiliate link), pulse together the spinach artichoke dip, Greek yogurt, and a few thawed peas until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Combine – Return the drained pasta to the pot. Stir in the sauce and a splash of pasta water to loosen. Fold in the smoked salmon and remaining peas.
Step 4: Serve – Serve warm, room temperature, or even chilled. If you prefer it hotter, gently heat the sauce before adding it to the pasta.
Optional: Top with Crunchy Garlic Panko Breadcrumbs. for added texture.
Recipe Notes
This dish is super versatile and great for using up leftovers. You can easily double it for meal prep or serve it cold like a pasta salad. It is especially perfect for warm weather when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
This would be delicious sprinkled with these Crunchy Garlic Panko Breadcrumbs.
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Creamy Penne Pasta with Smoked Salmon and Peas
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 container (12 ounces) prepared spinach artichoke dip
- 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 8 ounces frozen peas, defrosted
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup pasta water
- 6 ounces smoked salmon, broken into small pieces
Instructions
- Bring pasta water to boil.
- While you are waiting for the pasta water to boil, make your sauce: In a blender (affiliate link) or food processor (affiliate link), blend the spinach artichoke dip, greek yogurt and half the peas until creamy and set it aside.
- When the pasta water is boiling, add a handful of salt and then the pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente. About 1 minute before the pasta is ready, add the remaining half of defrosted peas. Before draining, scoop out a cup of the pasta water and set it aside.
- Place the drained pasta back into the pot.
- Scrape the artichoke sauce into the pot and stir. Add some or all of the pasta water to achieve a nice consistency.
- Stir in the salmon.
Notes
(You must be logged in on a smartphone or tablet.) 10 PointsPlus (Old plan) This dish is super versatile and great for using up leftovers. You can easily double it for meal prep or serve it cold like a pasta salad. It is especially perfect for warm weather when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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