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Salmon Pasta Salad

Creamy Salmon Pasta Salad That’s Perfect for Summer Days

This creamy salmon pasta salad is a delicious blend of fresh ingredients, perfect for summer days.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Drain Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 202

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Orecchiette Shell-shaped pasta
  • 2 cups Cooked Salmon Leftover salmon is ideal
  • 1 cup English Cucumber Shredded for better distribution
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream For creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise For richness
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Dill Fresh dill preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Can substitute cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • strainer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grate the English cucumber and place it in a strainer. Sprinkle salt and let it rest for 20 minutes.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the orecchiette until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and chill under cold water.
  3. Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped dill, and parsley in a mixing bowl, stirring until smooth.
  4. Add drained cucumber and chilled pasta to the dressing, folding gently to combine.
  5. Break the cooked salmon into chunks and fold it into the salad mixture.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, transfer to a serving dish, and enjoy chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consume within 1-2 days for optimal freshness. Avoid reheating for best texture.

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