Pasta with hot smoked salmon, ratatouille and ricotta

Instructions

1 Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of boiling water following packet instructions, or until just tender, adding the beans for last 2 minutes of cooking time. Drain.

2 Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook the lemon zest and chilli (if using) for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add the ratatouille and cook, stirring, for 3–4 minutes.

3 Add the pasta, beans, flaked salmon, parsley and lemon juice, and toss mixture to combine. Season dish with cracked black pepper. Divide among four plates. Serve with a dollop of ricotta and extra parsley.