Lemony Dill Salmon Pasta Salad
Description
This lemony dill salmon pasta salad recipe features cooked salmon, lemon, dill, and Parmesan, plus a light lemony vinaigrette instead of mayonnaise.
Ingredients
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1/2 (16 ounce) package large shell pasta
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1 tablespoon lemon-infused olive oil
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1 tablespoon finely minced shallot
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2 teaspoons capers
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1 lemon, zested
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1/2 pound cooked salmon fillet, flaked
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1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
Directions
1
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.
2
Whisk oil, shallot, capers, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl until combined. Add flaked salmon; stir to combine.
3
Add salmon mixture to pasta; toss to combine. Refrigerate before serving, at least 30 minutes. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.