Red Salmon Spaghetti Salad

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   Cook the spaghetti until al dente in boiling water in a medium-sized pot to which you have added a pinch of salt.

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   Take care not to overcook.

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   Drain the spaghetti thoroughly in a colander, letting it sit in the colander for several minutes and tossing and shaking it until it is completely free of water.

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   Return the spaghetti to the dry but still hot pot.

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   While the spaghetti is cooking, in a non-stick pan gently saute the garlic in the oil, until soft but not brown.

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   For the last minute, add the diced red capsicum, and stir constantly.

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   Add the garlic and red capsicum to the spaghetti.

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   Break up the red salmon into smaller chunks in the can or, if you prefer, first transfer it with the liquid to a bowl.

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   Gently fold the salmon into the spaghetti, including about half a cup of the liquid.

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    If necessary, add more liquid, a little at a time, until the spaghetti is lightly covered.

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    Taking care not to break the spinach leaves, the bean shoots and the basil leaves, gently stir them into the spaghetti and salmon.

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    If eating straight away, return the spaghetti to the heat stirring for 1-2 minute or until heated through.

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    Chef's Suggestion: This dish is equally delicious cold if you are taking some to work for lunch.

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    If you know you are going to be doing this, you may want to break the spaghetti into smaller pieces before cooking.

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    Alternative: Drain the salmon and add 1/4 cup of olive oil to the spaghetti when folding in the salmon.

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    And add more olive oil as needed.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.