Whole Wheat Pasta with Diced Tomatoes and Salmon
Ingredients
- EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL28g≈ 2 × 1 tablespoon
- Yellow Onion110g≈ 1 medium
- Garlic, raw12g≈ 1.25 × 3 cloves
- Tomatoes, canned, red, ripe, diced730g
- Oregano1g≈ 1 teaspoon dried
- Thyme1g≈ 1 teaspoon dried
- Pink Salmon - Canned4180g≈ 10 × 1 can (14.75 oz)
- Pasta, whole-wheat, dry (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)340g
- PECORINO ROMANO CHEESE15g≈ 0.75 × 1/4 cup grated
Estimated Cost
- EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL (28g)$0.37
- Yellow Onion (110g)$0.24
- Garlic, raw (12g)$0.32
- Tomatoes, canned, red, ripe, diced (730g)—
- Oregano (1g)$0.14
- Thyme (1g)$0.16
- Pink Salmon - Canned (4180g)$44.73
- Pasta, whole-wheat, dry (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) (340g)—
- PECORINO ROMANO CHEESE (15g)$0.58
* Cost estimate based on 7 of 9 ingredients.
Prices are estimates based on Kroger grocery store data, last updated March 2026. Actual prices may vary by location and retailer.
Instructions
- 1
1. Place the extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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2. When the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes tender, about 5 minutes.
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3. Introduce the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
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4. Add the low-sodium canned tomatoes with their juices, along with the dried oregano and thyme.
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5. Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to simmer gently, stirring regularly, for approximately 20 minutes until it reaches a thicker consistency.
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6. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to your preference.
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7. In a separate large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil.
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8. Add the whole-wheat pasta and cook, stirring from time to time, until just barely tender (al dente).
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9. Pour the pasta into a colander to drain.
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10. Put the drained pasta back into its pot.
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11. Combine the tomato sauce and canned salmon (drained and broken into chunks) with the pasta, mixing well.
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12. Spoon the finished dish into serving bowls, garnish with freshly grated Romano cheese if you'd like, and serve right away.
Nutrition per serving
Based on 4 servings · USDA data
Nutrition calculated from USDA FoodData Central using ingredient quantities in grams.
Nutrition values are estimates based on USDA data and may vary.