Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 garlic clove, minced; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 8 ounces rotini pasta (corkscrew); ½ cup red onion, finely diced; ½ cup celery, finely diced; ½ cup red bell pepper, finely diced; 3 tablespoons capers, drained; ¼ cup parmesan cheese, shredded; 4 ounces smoked salmon, chopped; 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted briefly

Servings: persons

¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces rotini pasta (corkscrew)
½ cup red onion, finely diced
½ cup celery, finely diced
½ cup red bell pepper, finely diced
3 tablespoons capers, drained
¼ cup parmesan cheese, shredded
4 ounces smoked salmon, chopped
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted briefly

1
Combine the olive oil, mayonnaise, mustard, balsamic, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
2
Whisk until smooth.
3
Cover and chill.
4
Cook pasta according to package directions.
5
Drain, and cool the pasta by running cool water over it.
6
Drain it again when cooled.
7
Pour pasta into a large bowl.
8
Add the onion, celery, bell pepper, capers, Parmesan, salmon and pine nuts.
9
Pour the dressing over all and toss gently until well combined.
10
Chill thoroughly before serving.

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: ¼ cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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