Spicy Amalfi-Style Salmon with Saffron & ZENB Rotini

Bring some extra spice and flavor into your pasta dinner with this Spicy Amalfi-Style Salmon with Saffron and ZENB Rotini. This recipe uses the unique spice Saffron, which adds a subtle honey-like floral aroma and a vibrant yellow-orange hue. This dish is perfect for salmon and pasta lovers looking for a low calorie, low fat, and good source of protein without sacrificing the taste appeal.

• 12 ounces ZENB Rotini Pasta made from 100%Yellow Peas, uncooked
• 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small red onion, cut into thin slivers
• 3 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1-2 red Fresno chiles, stemmed, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt & ground black pepper
• 1 cup white wine
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed San Marzano tomatoes
• 1 pound boneless salmon filet, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 small lemon, zested, juiced
• 1 cup Italian parsley, coarsely chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

Cook ZENB Pasta as directed on package. Reserve ½ cup pasta cooking water in small bowl; add saffron. Drain.

Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, chiles, salt & pepper; cook 3-4 minutes stirring frequently until translucent. Add wine; cook 3-4 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half.

Reduce heat to medium; add tomatoes and saffron water. Bring mixture to a simmer; add salmon. Cook 1-2 minutes until opaque. Stir in pasta, zest, juice and parsley; mix gently 1-2 minutes until heated through.