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Salmon Pasta Salad

Fresh and Easy Salmon Pasta Salad for a Zesty Weeknight Dinner

This Salmon Pasta Salad is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Sliced.
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Leaves
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Chopped.
  • 12 oz Cooked Salmon Flaked.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Dill Vinaigrette Store-bought or homemade.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and cool under cold running water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with sliced cucumber, spinach, dill, and lemon juice. Toss gently to combine.
  3. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and mix thoroughly for even coating.
  4. Gently fold in cooked salmon, ensuring it remains intact.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to two hours to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days. Freezing is not recommended.

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