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Dilled Salmon Pasta Salad

Our Dilled Salmon Pasta Salad is the perfect addition to your next summer picnic or potluck!

Dilled Salmon Pasta Salad

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 13 minutes | Total Time: 28 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 12 ounces Vital Choice wild salmon, cooked for about 8 minutes and flaked, or two 7.5 ounce cans Vital Choice skinless-boneless sockeye salmon
  • 8 ounces white or whole wheat pasta (any shape; we recommend fusilli, fafalle or gemelli)
  • 1/2 pound fresh asparagus (or julienned zucchini)
  • 4 tablespoons Vital Choice organic extra virgin olive
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Trim asparagus and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  3. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add asparagus (or julienned zucchini) and cook 2 to 3 minutes; drain and refresh in cold water.
  4. Make the dressing: Beat oil, lemon juice and vinegar together in a small bowl. Stir in dill and lemon peel. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  5. Toss the pasta with the onion and dressing. Add the asparagus (or zucchini) pieces and flaked salmon; toss lightly.
  6. Transfer to serving dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with sprigs of dill, if desired.
Serves: Serves 4