Chilled Salmon With Pasta and Asparagus Recipe

Name: Chilled Salmon With Pasta and Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces penne pasta; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 8 (4 ounce) salmon fillets; 12 medium lemon, thinly sliced; 1 bay leaf; 2 cups frozen asparagus, thawed and cut into 1-inch pieces (or fresh asparagus steamed until crisp-tender, cut into 1-inch pieces); 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill; ¼ teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

8 ounces penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 (4 ounce) salmon fillets
12 medium lemon, thinly sliced
1 bay leaf
2 cups frozen asparagus, thawed and cut into 1-inch pieces (or fresh asparagus steamed until crisp-tender, cut into 1-inch pieces)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
¼ teaspoon salt

1
Cook pasta according to package directions, but do not add salt.
2
Drain pasta in a colander.
3
Place pasta in large bowl; toss with oil.
4
Cool to room temperature.
5
In a large skillet, place salmon in enough water to cover.
6
Add lemon slices and bay leaf.
7
Cook salmon over medium heat until opaque and fish flakes easily with a fork, 15 minutes.
8
Place salmon on a plate, reserving 1/4 cup of poaching liquid.
9
Cover with plastic wrap; chill completely.
10
Meanwhile, prepare dressing.
11
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, reserved poaching liquid, lemon juice, dill and salt.
12
Combine pasta, asparagus and 1 cup of dressing.
13
Toss to coat.
14
Spoon pasta mixture onto serving plates.
15
Place salmon on top of pasta.
16
Spoon remaining dressing over salmon.
17
Serve immediately.

1278

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces penne pasta, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 8 (4 ounce) salmon fillets, 12 medium lemon, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Chilled Salmon With Pasta and Asparagus falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chilled Salmon With Pasta and Asparagus

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Variations & substitutions

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