Salmon And Edamame Pasta Salad Recipe

This vibrant Salmon and Edamame Pasta Salad is a light and flavorful meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. Using leftover cooked salmon or convenient canned salmon saves you time! The recipe combines tender pasta, fresh edamame, sauteed spinach and onion, and flaky salmon in a zesty dressing. It's healthy, delicious, and ready in just 25 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 274.1 kcal
Protein 34g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Salmon And Edamame Pasta Salad

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How to Make Salmon And Edamame Pasta Salad

  1. Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  2. Add 1 cup shelled edamame to the pasta during the last 6 minutes of cooking time.
  3. Drain pasta and edamame; rinse with cold water and set aside.
  4. While pasta cooks, heat 1 teaspoon cooking spray in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add 1 cup cooked salmon (flaked) or 1 (15-ounce) can salmon, drained.
  6. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through, breaking apart with a fork.
  7. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, edamame, and flaked salmon.
  8. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat.
  9. Add 1/2 cup chopped red onion and sauté for 4 minutes, or until softened.
  10. Add 5 ounces fresh spinach and cook for 2 minutes, or until wilted, stirring frequently.
  11. Add the spinach mixture to the pasta mixture.
  12. Stir in 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  13. Add 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (optional).
  14. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

5g

Carbs

11g