• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Neils Healthy Meals

Quick Healthy Meals

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Wellbeing
  • Healthy Living
  • Contact Me
menu icon
go to homepage
  • About
  • Recipes
  • FREE eBook
  • Healthy Living
  • Contact Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • About
    • Recipes
    • FREE eBook
    • Healthy Living
    • Contact Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Dinner » Fish

    Creamy Salmon Risotto With Peas

    Published: Oct 21, 2021 · Updated: Jul 28, 2022 by Neil 20 Comments

    21 shares
    • Facebook2
    • Yummly
    • Twitter
    Jump to Recipe
    A plate of 30 minute salmon risotto with peas with a fork over the top. Rest of salmon risotto in a casserole pot above. Pin title text overlay at top.
    A plate of creamy salmon risotto with peas garnished with chopped parlsey and a fork to the side. Pin title text overlay at top.

    Creamy salmon risotto with peas is a delicious quick and easy to make dinner for four. Using poached salmon and frozen peas it's ready in just 30 minutes!

    A plate of creamy salmon risotto with peas garnished with chopped parlsey and a fork to the side. A glass of wine and bottle in the background.

    Folks I'm adding another delicious risotto to my growing list of favourites. This creamy salmon risotto with peas.

    I've made and published a couple of other risotto's which you might like too and can check out in the links further down.

    This particular risotto has a lovely creamy consistency to it.

    The salmon and peas go so well together.

    It's filling and not overly expensive either so I'm sure there will be smiles all round your dinner table!

    Birds eye view of a plate of salmon risotto with peas and a fork on at the bottom at the rest of the risotto in a casserole dish at the top.

    This creamy salmon risotto with peas is the first risotto I've published using fish.

    However just like the other published risotto's this one doesn't have butter or cream added.

    Rather than using butter or cream to make it nice and creamy I've used light soft cream cheese making it a much healthier option too.

    Feel free to add more cream cheese if you like it creamier than we do!

    A plate of salmon and pea risotto at the front with a fork to the side. Casserole dish with rest of risotto in, in the background with a serving spoon in.

    I'm made this salmon and pea risotto as easy to make as possible without taking away any flavours.

    When cooking just keep an eye on the risotto.

    Give it a stir every now and then.

    It should only take 15 – 20 minutes until the rice is just tender and the liquid absorbed.

    You don't want the rice overcooked otherwise it'll be all dried out and stodgy!

    Casserole pot with cooked creamy salmon risotto with peas in and a serving spoon below.
    Jump to:
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions
    • How To Make Salmon Risotto
    • FAQ's
    • Equipment
    • My Other Popular Risotto Recipes You Might Also Like
    • Creamy Salmon Risotto with Peas Recipe
    • Nutrition Label
    • Rate The Recipe

    Ingredients

    • Low Calorie Cooking Oil Spray
    • Onion
    • Arborio Rice
    • Dry White Wine
    • Vegetable Stock
    • Frozen Peas
    • Flat Leaf Parsley
    • Low Fat Soft Cream Cheese
    • Freshly Ground Salt and Black Pepper
    • Skinless Boneless Salmon Fillets

    See recipe card for the actual quantites of the homemade risotto ingredients.

    Substitutions

    • Low Calorie Cooking Oil Spray - or use a teaspoon of olive oil.
    • Onion
    • Arborio Rice - this is best for a good risotto. Or use any other kind of risotto rice you like.
    • Dry White Wine - I just use a cheap Sauvignon Blanc. A Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio is also fine. Enjoy any that's left when eating the salmon risotto!
    • Vegetable Stock - use a good quality vegetable stock. Otherwise use chicken stock / chicken broth. You can also use seafood stock if you want.
    • Frozen Peas
    • Flat Leaf Parsley - I prefer flat leaf parsley for this dish but you can use other fresh herbs like fresh dill if you would prefer.
    • Low Fat Soft Cream Cheese - you can also use grated parmesan cheese but this will alter the nutritional label.
    • Freshly Ground Salt and Black Pepper
    • Skinless Boneless Salmon Fillets - fresh is best. You can also use smoked salmon to make a smoked salmon risotto.

    How To Make Salmon Risotto

    Detailed instructions for this easy salmon risotto recipe are in the full recipe card below. But here is a quick step by step guide of how to quickly make this beautiful risotto:

    1. Heat oil in a large saucepan / casserole pot and sauté onion.
    2. Add rice and wine and simmer over a medium heat until most of liquid absorbed.
    3. Add stock and simmer until liquid absorbed and rice tender. Stir in frozen peas.
    4. Whilst rice cooking poach the salmon and then flake it.
    5. Stir the cooked salmon, parsley and cream cheese into the risotto. Season to taste and serve.

    FAQ's

    Can I Leave Out The Wine?

    The wine really does make a different to the taste. Try not to omit it. The alcohol will evaporate during the cooking leaving only the wine flavour. Therefore it's safe for all to consume.

    Can Risotto Be A Starter Dish?

    This dish will also make a great starter or main course for a dinner party. The quantity here serves 4 people as a main dish or you can serve 4 – 6 people as a starter.

    Can You Freeze Salmon Risotto?

    I'm not a big fan of freezing any leftover risotto so I wouldn't recommend it here.

    Can You Store Risotto?

    Risotto is much better when it's made fresh although you can store leftovers for 2 - 3 days in an airtight container and re-heat gently on your stove (but not in a microwave).

    What To Serve With It?

    Although filling you can serve risotto with a green salad or with some steamed broccoli.

    Equipment

    For This Creamy Salmon Risotto Recipe You May Need….

    The following links and any links in the recipe card below are affiliate links.

    This means that if you click on it and then buy that product, I’ll get a small commission (at no extra cost to you of course).

    If you do click through, then thanks for being a part of Neil’s Healthy Meals!

    This is the casserole pot I use. It's made of cast iron with a smooth enamel finish to reinforce durability and resistance.

    You'll see me using it in many of my recipes and recipe photographs.

    Hygienic and easy to clean there is no absorption of colours and tastes. It's ovenproof and suitable for all hob types.

    It also comes with a lifetime guarantee. You'll never need to buy another casserole pot after you buy this one!

    Subscribe to Neil's Healthy Meals

    Don't miss future updates and new recipes. Make sure you’re subscribed to Neil’s Healthy Meals.

    Subscribe here to add your email to the subscription list.

    And you can follow me too via your favourite social channels :-

    Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Instagram, Bloglovin & YouTube.

    *I do not use your email for anything else other than adding you to my blog subscription list which you can opt out of at any time.

    My Other Popular Risotto Recipes You Might Also Like

    • Quick healthy tomato and basil risotto is a low cost easy to make recipe. This creamy vegetarian dish makes a perfect midweek meal for 4.
    • This easy 30-minute mushroom risotto recipe is a real time saver. A perfect healthy weeknight meal that’s deliciously creamy and packed full of flavour!
    • Quick healthy chicken risotto recipe is a perfect easy meal made with chicken and mushrooms. It's a great way to use up any leftover chicken too!
    A plate of creamy salmon risotto with peas garnished with chopped parlsey and a fork to the side. A glass of wine and bottle in the background.
    Print Recipe Save Recipe Saved Recipe!
    5 from 9 votes

    Creamy Salmon Risotto with Peas Recipe

    Creamy salmon risotto with peas is a delicious quick and easy to make dinner for four. Using poached salmon and frozen peas it's ready in just 30 minutes!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: Italian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 521kcal
    Author: Neil

    The following links and any links in the recipe card below are affiliate links.

    This means that if you click on it and then buy that product I’ll get a small commission (at no extra cost to you of course).

    If you do click through then thanks for being a part of Neil’s Healthy Meals!

    Equipment

    • Casserole pot
    • Saucepans
    • Kitchen scale
    • Chopping board
    • Kitchen knives
    • Measuring jug
    • Measuring spoons
    • Wooden spoon

    Ingredients

    For the risotto: -

    • Low calorie cooking oil spray
    • 1 small onion finely chopped.
    • 350 g Arborio rice or similar
    • 175 ml dry white wine
    • 600 ml hot vegetable stock
    • 120 g frozen peas
    • 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley.
    • 5 tablespoon light soft fat cream cheese
    • Freshly ground salt and pepper

    For the salmon: -

    • 240 g skinless salmon fillets
    • 450 ml hot vegetable stock
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Spray the bottom of a large casserole pot with the low-calorie cooking oil spray about 5 times. Turn the heat on high and then when the oil starts to bubble turn the heat down and add the onion and sauté, stirring for about 2 - 3 minutes until the onion has softened.
    • Add the rice, stir for a further minute then add the wine, turn up the heat and reduce it until most of the liquid has been absorbed by the rice.
    • Add stock and reduce the heat to low and cook for 15 - 20 minutes until the rice is just tender and the liquid absorbed. Add more stock if too dry. Turn off heat and stir in the frozen peas.
    • Whilst the rice is cooking place the salmon fillets in a pan with the stock, bring to the boil then turn down to simmer for about 5 minutes. Once cooked remove the salmon from stock and break into pieces.
    • Stir the salmon, chopped parsley and cream cheese into the risotto. Season to taste and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 521kcal | Carbohydrates: 82g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 1171mg | Potassium: 557mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1001IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 5mg

    Nutrition Label

    Nutritional information provided below is calculated using paid for online tools and the exact ingredients and quantities used above.

    Nutrition Facts
    Creamy Salmon Risotto with Peas
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 521 Calories from Fat 63
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 7g11%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
    Monounsaturated Fat 2g
    Cholesterol 43mg14%
    Sodium 1171mg51%
    Potassium 557mg16%
    Carbohydrates 82g27%
    Fiber 4g17%
    Sugar 7g8%
    Protein 21g42%
    Vitamin A 1001IU20%
    Vitamin C 15mg18%
    Calcium 57mg6%
    Iron 5mg28%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Rate The Recipe

    If you’ve made this seafood risotto recipe, or any other recipes on Neil's Healthy Meals, then please let me know.

    I’d love to hear what you think of my recipe in the comments below and please do rate my recipe 5* if you like it! 🙂

    Related

    « Slow Cooker Shredded BBQ Chicken Wraps
    Slow Cooker Sausage And Vegetable Soup »

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. David @ Spiced

      October 21, 2021 at 12:57 pm

      5 stars
      I really love risotto, and we haven't made it in quite a while! I normally add steak (if I add any meat) to risotto, but I really like this salmon idea, Neil. I have some salmon in the freezer, so I should pull that out and make risotto with it. This sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 23, 2021 at 7:04 am

        Salmon in risotto just seems to go so well with it. Hope you get a chance to make this David. Thanks!

        Reply
    2. Charlie DeSando

      October 21, 2021 at 2:26 pm

      5 stars
      I love anything with frozen peas. One of the best inventions ever. Beautiful recipe looks very tasty!

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 23, 2021 at 7:07 am

        Thanks Charlie. Yes, having a bag of frozen peas always handy in the freezer is something I couldn't do without for adding to my cooking!

        Reply
    3. Chef Mimi

      October 21, 2021 at 2:54 pm

      5 stars
      A wonderful recipe! I love to put just about anything into risottos. They may not be Italian, but they’re good!

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 23, 2021 at 7:08 am

        Absolutely Mimi. Risotto is a great way to use up any leftover cuts of meat or vegetables, dont you find?

        Reply
    4. EASYFOODSMITH

      October 23, 2021 at 9:21 am

      Risotto is one dish that I haven yet to try in my kitchen. Seeing so many contestants fail in the Masterchef Australia kitchen, I find this dish an intimidating one, now.
      P.S. - Wanted to run this past you...I tried to reach your blog so many times in the past few weeks but there seemed to be some issue and it would show that the page does not exist.

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 23, 2021 at 2:11 pm

        It did take me a few times to get used to making and not producing dried out Risotto but a little bit of practice and I'm fine with it no. Sorry you've been unable to reach my Web site but there's no problems on this side.

        Reply
    5. sherry

      October 24, 2021 at 12:27 pm

      5 stars
      a friend dropped in a chicken risotto the other night and it was fabulous. yours sounds great too!

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 24, 2021 at 1:08 pm

        Thanks Sherry. Hopefully you'll be giving mine a go sometime in the future?

        Reply
    6. Ben | Havocinthekitchen

      October 25, 2021 at 2:49 pm

      5 stars
      Salmon and peas are one of my favourite combinations, but I don't think I've ever used it for a risotto (Which is strange for sure!) This one looks sooooo delicious and creamy indeed. Loving the use of cream cheese, too.

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 25, 2021 at 4:27 pm

        Thanks Ben. I far prefer the use of cream cheese to actual cream in a risotto. I'm not a big fan of cream in actual meals, except for in cheesecakes of course! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Laura

      October 25, 2021 at 9:17 pm

      5 stars
      I love your choice of light cream cheese here, Neil - I feel like it definitely has more flavor than butter and cream and adds some additional depth to the dish as well! I love making risotto, I don't do it often enough! And living in Salmon land, this one should be next on my list for sure!

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 26, 2021 at 6:55 am

        Hope you get a chance to make this soon Laura, especially if you can get some really good cuts of salmon! Yum!

        Reply
    8. Michelle

      October 26, 2021 at 4:19 am

      5 stars
      Wow, this salmon risotto looks perfectly creamy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 26, 2021 at 6:57 am

        Thanks Michelle. It's a favourite at the moment. 🙂

        Reply
    9. Raymund

      October 27, 2021 at 12:04 am

      5 stars
      This is one nice creamy risotto, salmon, cream cheese and the creamy Arborio would be great together

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 27, 2021 at 5:50 am

        Thanks Raymund. It's a great creamy healthy combination altogether! 🙂

        Reply
    10. Shashi

      October 27, 2021 at 11:55 am

      5 stars
      Wow - this is so simple and from the salmon, wine, and cream cheese, it has so much flavor to it. By the way, love your use of cream cheese in this to get it creamy - next time I make risotto I am going to have to try that! A delicious recipe, Neil - perfect comfort food for cooler temps!

      Reply
      • Neil

        October 28, 2021 at 6:18 am

        Hope you enjoy using cream cheese next time you make risotto Shashi! I find it makes all the difference and doesn't make the risotto too "heavy" tasting. 🙂

        Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Hello there! I’m Neil. Since 2014 Neil's Healthy Meals has been providing delicious quick healthy recipes and fabulous cheesecakes based on the 80/20 rule for eating. Helping you live a diet free lifestyle. One where you can still enjoy cake! Learn more here

    Popular Recipes

    • Easy Scottish Lentil Soup
    • Easy Homemade Quorn Lasagne
    • Low Fat Garlic Mushroom Pasta
    • Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chilli

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About Neil's Healthy Meals

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact

    COPYRIGHT © 2023 NEILSHEALTHYMEALS.COM - PRIVACY POLICY - DISCLAIMER

    21 shares
    • 2