Whole Wheat Pasta Salad With Salmon, Tomatoes & Herb Dressing
This salmon pasta salad brings together the fresh flavors of lemon, herbs, and tender salmon pieces, tossed with whole wheat penne and juicy grape tomatoes. A zesty and satisfying dish perfect for a light lunch or dinner!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
- 1/4 tsp dried chile flakes
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 13 oz. whole wheat penne pasta
- 12 oz. skinless salmon, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
- 8 oz grape or cherry tomatoes, cut in half
- 3 oz. myzithra (or feta) cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- The Dressing:
- In the bowl of a food processor or blender, combine garlic, lemon juice, parsley, oregano, dried chile flakes, salt and pepper. Pulse until parsley is finely chopped.
- With the motor running, slowly pour in olive oil and blend until the dressing mostly smooth.
- The Rest:
- Cook penne according to package instructions. Drain and transfer to a bowl. Immediately toss with three-quarters of the dressing.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Coat with cooking spray.
- Add the salmon to the skillet and saute until salmon is just cooked through.
- To the pasta, add salmon, tomatoes, myzithra (or feta) cheese and the rest of the dressing. Stir gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, as desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Yield
Serves 4 to 6
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving (1/6 of Recipe)
- Calories: 361 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 42 g
- Protein Content: 10 g
- Fat Content: 17 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
- Cholesterol Content: 13 mg
- Sodium Content: 262 mg
- Fiber Content: 5 g
- Sugar Content: 3 g
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