Description
Salmon macaroni salad is a flavorful and refreshing dish that seamlessly combines creamy pasta, tender salmon, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy family gatherings, this salad is not only visually appealing but also customizable to suit your taste. Enjoy the delightful burst of flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup cooked wild-caught salmon, flaked
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup chopped celery
- ½ cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Gently fold in chopped celery, diced red onion, and fresh dill.
- Carefully flake the cooked salmon into bite-sized pieces and fold into the mixture.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 210g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out the salmon for tuna or add ingredients like capers or olives for extra flavor. For a lighter version, consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.