Curried Salmon Pasta Salad

Prep Time:30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4 minutes

A bold blend of flaky salmon, pasta, and creamy curry-spiced dressing. Refreshing and a bit exotic, great for warm weather or picnics.

Ingredients:
  • 1 cup dry pasta, such as macaroni or small shells
  • 8 ounces cooked, skinned salmon 1/2 cup minced red or yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 medium red apple, diced
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or dry- roasted, unsalted peanuts
  • dressing:
  • 1 (6 ounce) container fat-free yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions:
  1. Cook pasta per package directions; drain and rinse. In a large bowl, combine first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients. Pour dressing over salad; toss. Refrigerate, or serve at room temperature.