Warm Salmon and Arugula Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Warm Salmon and Arugula Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1 1/2-pound salmon fillet; 2 teaspoons lemon zest, grated; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound linguini fini or other thin pasta; 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved; 1 small shallot, peeled and thinly sliced lengthwise; 1 4-ounce package mild goat cheese, crumbled; 5 ounces baby arugula; 3 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

1 1 1/2-pound salmon fillet
2 teaspoons lemon zest, grated
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound linguini fini or other thin pasta
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 small shallot, peeled and thinly sliced lengthwise
1 4-ounce package mild goat cheese, crumbled
5 ounces baby arugula
3 tablespoons olive oil

1
Preheat broiler.
2
Line a large baking sheet with foil.
3
Rinse salmon; pat dry with paper towels.
4
Place salmon skin side down on baking sheet.
5
In a small bowl combine half of lemon zest, the coriander, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
6
Brush top of salmon with 2 teaspoons oil; rub with lemon mixture.
7
Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
9
Broil salmon 4 to 5 inches from heat for 8 to 10 minutes or until fish begins to flake when tested with a fork.
10
Cool salmon slightly.
11
Remove and discard skin.
12
Flake salmon into a large bowl.
13
Add the remaining lemon zest, the remaining kosher salt, the pasta, the tomatoes, shallot, cheese, arugula, and 3 tablespoons oil to bowl; toss gently to combine.
14
If desired, garnish with additional cheese and season with pepper.
15
Serve immediately.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 1 1/2-pound salmon fillet, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, grated, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Warm Salmon and Arugula 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.

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Warm Salmon and Arugula Pasta Salad

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