How to Make Mediterranean Salmon Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to the world of Mediterranean cuisine, where fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors come together to create delicious and healthy dishes. Today, we're diving into a delightful recipe that perfectly captures the essence of Mediterranean cooking: Mediterranean Salmon Pasta Salad. This dish combines the richness of salmon with the lightness of pasta and the brightness of Mediterranean herbs and vegetables, resulting in a satisfying and refreshing meal that's perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • ½ (16 ounce) package mezze (short) penne pasta
  • 1 cup sliced and quartered cucumber
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallot
  • 1 (2.6 ounce) pouch wild-caught pink salmon
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon dried dill weed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain, rinse in cold water, drain well, and place in a serving bowl.
  • Top pasta with cucumber, tomatoes, and shallot. Break up salmon and sprinkle on top.
  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, lemon-pepper seasoning, mustard, salt, and dill in a small bowl for the vinaigrette. Drizzle over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  • Nutrition

    376 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 495mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 64mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 320mg