Lemony Dill Salmon Pasta Salad

Name: Lemony Dill Salmon Pasta Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ (16 ounce) package large shell pasta; 1 tablespoon lemon-infused olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely minced shallot; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons capers; 1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh dill; 1 lemon, zested; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; salt and ground black pepper to taste; ½ pound cooked salmon fillet, flaked; 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Rating: 4.33 stars

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Most pasta salads have a mayonnaise base, which I thought was too heavy for a salmon pasta salad. I swapped in a vinaigrette of sorts, with just a dusting of freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a touch of indulgence. It's the perfect way to use any leftover salmon.

By thedailygourmet

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Recipe Summary

prep:

10 mins

cook:

15 mins

additional:

30 mins

total:

55 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shells and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes.

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Step 2
Combine oil, shallots, lemon juice, capers, dill, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Stir to combine. Add in the flaked salmon. Mix to incorporate.
Step 3
Drain cooked pasta and add to the salmon mixture. Toss to combine. Refrigerate before serving, at least 30 minutes. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.