For an extra burst of flavor, try grilling the salmon fillets before adding them to the salad. Feel free to customize this recipe with other Mediterranean ingredients such as Kalamata olives, feta cheese, or roasted red peppers. If you don't have fresh dill, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of dried dill weed. To make this salad ahead of time, prepare the pasta, vegetables, and vinaigrette separately. Store them in the refrigerator until ready to assemble. This will prevent the pasta from becoming soggy.
Mediterranean Salmon Pasta Salad
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS22
Transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with this vibrant and refreshing pasta salad. Flaky salmon, al dente penne, and crisp vegetables are tossed in a zesty lemon-dill vinaigrette for a light yet satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick lunch, a picnic, or a summer gathering.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate45 g
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Cholesterol8 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium495 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat17 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepCook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions, about 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta, rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process, and drain well again. Transfer the pasta to a large serving bowl. (Total time: 12 minutes)
02
StepPrepare the Salad: Add the sliced and quartered cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and minced shallot to the bowl with the pasta. Gently flake the salmon from the pouch and sprinkle it evenly over the salad. (Total time: 5 minutes)
03
StepMake the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, lemon-pepper seasoning, Dijon mustard, salt, and dried dill weed until the vinaigrette is well combined and emulsified. (Total time: 3 minutes)
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StepCombine and Serve: Drizzle the lemon-dill vinaigrette over the pasta salad. Gently toss all the ingredients together until well coated. Serve immediately or chill for later. (Total time: 2 minutes)
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Tyreek Kub
Jun 4, 2025I used grilled salmon instead of the pouch salmon, and it was delicious!
Aimee Grady
May 24, 2025This salad is so easy to throw together and it's packed with flavor! I love how light and refreshing it is.
Zella Okon
May 12, 2025I added some feta cheese and Kalamata olives, and it was even better! Definitely a crowd-pleaser.
Maye Buckridge
May 7, 2025The lemon-dill vinaigrette is amazing! I'll be using it on other salads too.