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
Ingredients: 0.5 (16 ounce) package large shell pasta; 1 tablespoon lemon-infused olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely minced shallot; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons capers; 1.5 teaspoons chopped fresh dill; 1 lemon, zested; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 0.5 pound cooked salmon fillet, flaked; 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

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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. This lemony dill salmon pasta salad is the perfect way to use any leftover salmon

Submitted by thedailygourmet

Updated on January 22, 2025

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:

4

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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
8 ounces cooked salmon fillet, flaked
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste (Optional)

Directions

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. Drain; transfer to a large bowl.
Whisk oil, shallot, lemon juice, capers, dill, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl until combined. Add flaked salmon; stir to combine.
Add salmon mixture to pasta; toss to combine. Refrigerate before serving, at least 30 minutes. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Cook's Note:

If you do not have lemon-infused olive oil, plain olive oil may be used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

368	Calories
12g	Fat
44g	Carbs
21g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 368
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 2g	12%
Cholesterol 37mg	12%
Sodium 139mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 44g	16%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 21g	41%
Vitamin C 6mg	7%
Calcium 40mg	3%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 366mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Lemony Dill Salmon Pasta Salad

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