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Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad

Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Description

This Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for a light meal or side. Tender orzo, creamy dressing, crisp cucumbers, and smoky salmon come together in a dish that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. A great option for quick high-protein meals, healthy recipes for dinner, and simple high-protein meals. Whether you’re looking for recipes to try or easy recipes for appetizers and snacks, this pasta salad is a delicious choice!

Ingredients

Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup (120g) full-fat mayo

  • 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream

  • 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 heaped tbsp fresh chives, finely diced

  • 1 heaped tbsp fresh dill, finely diced

  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1/2 tsp sugar

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (or to taste)

  • 1/8 tsp salt (or to taste)

Pasta Salad:

 

  • 1 bagel, sliced into semi-circles

  • 10.5oz (300g) uncooked orzo

  • 7oz (200g) smoked salmon, roughly torn/sliced

  • 5.3oz (150g) cucumber, sliced into small pieces

  • 2 1/2 tbsp capers

  • 1/2 small red onion, finely diced

  • Olive oil or oil spray (for croutons)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Place bagel pieces on a baking tray, drizzle with oil, season with salt, and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool completely.

  • Cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water until completely cool. Shake well to remove excess water.

  • In a small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well combined.

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled orzo, cucumber, capers, red onion, and dressing. Stir in croutons and smoked salmon until evenly distributed.

 

  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for later. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use gluten-free pasta and bagels for a gluten-free version.

  • Swap orzo for another small pasta shape if desired.

 

  • Adjust seasoning to taste based on the saltiness of the salmon and capers.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Find it online: https://cooktune.com/smoked-salmon-pasta-salad/