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Lemon Salmon Pasta Salad - moanaskitchen

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A fresh and flavorful pasta salad combining tender salmon, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lemon pesto dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 oz penne (preferably Barilla for best texture)

Vegetables

  • 1 red onion red onion
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved for easier eating)

Seasonings & Oils

  • salt salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • black pepper black pepper

Salmon

  • 8 oz salmon (patted dry for better sear)

Dressing & Flavor

  • 1 lemon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup pesto (preferably Filippo Berio Classic Pesto)

Fresh herbs & cheese

  • fresh basil fresh basil
  • 1/3 cup parmesan (freshly grated)

Instructions 

  • Cook the penne in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • While pasta cooks, sear the salmon in a hot skillet until cooked through, then flake into large pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and salmon.
  • Whisk together lemon juice, pesto, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture, toss gently, then garnish with fresh basil and grated parmesan.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the salad chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Salmon