Bright Lemon-Dill Salmon Shell Pasta Salad
Bright Lemon-Dill Salmon Shell Pasta Salad combines tender pasta with flaky salmon, fresh dill, and a citrusy lift from lemon zest and juice. Briny capers and minced shallot add punch while a light olive oil dressing keeps it crisp and refreshing, finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan. Ideal for warm-weather lunches, picnics, or an easy make-ahead dinner.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shells and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 9 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together oil, shallot, capers, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, and black pepper until blended. Add flaked salmon and stir to combine.
- 3
Add the salmon mixture to the pasta and toss to combine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 311.82 kcal Moderate
- Protein 19.66 g Good Source
- Carbs 46.16 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.62 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.12 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 41.05 mg Moderate
- Sodium 384.16 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.12 g Moderate
- Sugar 3.01 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 57.77 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.82 mg Moderate
- Potassium 38.51 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 9.99 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 11.79 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Bright Lemon Dill Salmon Shell Pasta Salad is an Italian side dish recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Capers, Fresh Dill, Fully Cooked Salmon, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 311.82 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bright Lemon-Dill Salmon Shell Pasta Salad?
- It is an Italian salad recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Bright Lemon-Dill Salmon Shell Pasta Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Capers, Fresh Dill, Fully Cooked Salmon, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Lemon. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bright Lemon-Dill Salmon Shell Pasta Salad?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 311.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bright Lemon-Dill Salmon Shell Pasta Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
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