Rotini and Smoked Salmon Salad With Tomato Basil Vinaigrette Recipe

Name: Rotini and Smoked Salmon Salad With Tomato Basil Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 -8 ounces tricolor rotini pasta; 4 ounces smoked salmon, crumbled; ½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped; 2 teaspoons capers, drained; 12 red bell pepper, finely diced; ½ cup oil-packed artichoke heart, drained and chopped; ½ cup frozen baby peas, thawed; ½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed; 4 tablespoons unsalted sunflower seeds, toasted; 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; ¼ cup oil-packed sun dried tomatoes, drained and finely chopped; salt; pepper; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; ¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

6 -8 ounces tricolor rotini pasta
4 ounces smoked salmon, crumbled
½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
2 teaspoons capers, drained
12 red bell pepper, finely diced
½ cup oil-packed artichoke heart, drained and chopped
½ cup frozen baby peas, thawed
½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
4 tablespoons unsalted sunflower seeds, toasted
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
¼ cup oil-packed sun dried tomatoes, drained and finely chopped
salt
pepper
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil

1
Cook the rotini by following the package directions for al dente; drain and rinse briefly under cold running water; drain completely.
2
To make the dressing: whisk together the vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste in a small bowl.
3
Gradually whisk in the olive oil until an emulsion forms.
4
Add in basil and stir to mix.
5
To make the salad: Transfer drained pasta to a serving bowl; add in the salmon, olives, capers, bell pepper, artichoke hearts, peas, and corn; toss gently to combine.
6
Pour the vinaigrette over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
7
Sprinkle the sunflower seeds over the salad (also sprinkle a little feta cheese if desired--very good).
8
Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
9
Serve chilled.

1385

kcal

Calories

Fat

143

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 -8 ounces tricolor rotini pasta, 4 ounces smoked salmon, crumbled, ½ cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped, 2 teaspoons capers, drained, and more.

Yes, Rotini and Smoked Salmon Salad With Tomato Basil Vinaigrette falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Rotini and Smoked Salmon Salad With Tomato Basil Vinaigrette

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