Noodles with Poppy Seeds Peas

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this simple yet sophisticated recipe for Noodles with Poppy Seeds and Peas. Featuring tender egg noodles coated in a buttery poppy seed sauce, this dish is brightened with zesty lemon and balanced by the natural sweetness of green peas. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect one-pan meal that brings texture and flavor to every bite. A touch of garlic and freshly cracked black pepper enhances the savory notes, while optional Parmesan and fresh parsley add a touch of elegance. This recipe is ideal for busy nights when you want something quick yet unique, and it’s easily customizable with your favorite noodles or toppings. Try it as a side dish or light main course, and let the combination of flavors and textures surprise you!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz egg noodles (or your preferred noodle variety)
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp poppy seeds
• 1 cup frozen green peas
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the poppy seeds and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and the poppy seeds are slightly toasted.

Step 3

Add the frozen peas to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas are heated through and tender.

Step 4

Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine.

Step 5

Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the buttery poppy seed sauce. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.

Step 7

Serve the noodles warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	538.1 grams (538.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1102

Total Fat 65.60g	84%
Saturated Fat 33.50g	168%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 206mg	69%
Sodium 2113mg	92%
Total Carbohydrate 91.40g	33%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 11.30g
Protein 45.00g	90%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1002mg	77%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 747mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 32.2%