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Salmon Pasta Salad

Prep Time: 50 minutes

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Cook Time: 10 minutes

240 Calories

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4 Servings

Ingredients

2 portions Sizzlefish salmon

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup orzo pasta

1 cup cucumber, chopped

1 cup grape tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped

1/3 cup Kalamata olives, sliced

1/3 cup red onion, chopped

2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

1/3 cup olive oil

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

1 tbsp honey

1 tsp minced garlic

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thaw Salmon and prepare ingredients.

Step 1

Step 2

Stir together ingredients for dressing in a small bowl. Set aside. Cook orzo according to package directions. Strain and rinse with cool water. Transfer to a mixing bowl.

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Step 3

Pour 1/4 cup of dressing over orzo and stir gently to coat.

Step 3

Step 4

Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet for 2 minutes. Season salmon with salt and pepper.

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Step 5

Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through. Transfer to a cutting board and cool for 5 minutes. Remove skin from salmon and flake with a fork.

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Step 6

Add cooked salmon and remaining ingredients to bowl with orzo. Stir in remaining dressing and stir to coat.

Step 6

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until serving.

Step 7

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size4
Calories240
Amount/Serving% Daily Value
Carbs21
Fat6
Protein26
This Mediterranean pasta salad is made with pan seared salmon, adding unexpected seafood flavor that is perfect for entertaining.