Farfalle with Asparagus and Smoked Salmon

Pistachios, basil and smoked salmon. Three flavor delights in this wonderfully appealing pasta salad. Lemon juice and a splash of olive oil finish it off.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 261 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 lemon, juiced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 (8 ounce) package farfalle pasta
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
• ½ cup fresh steamed asparagus tips
• 1 ounce smoked salmon, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chopped pistachio nuts

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.

Step 2

Steam the asparagus over boiling water and cook until tender but still firm. Drain, cool and chop.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the pasta, asparagus, smoked salmon, lemon juice, pistachios, basil, olive oil, and salt and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate for 2 hours. Remove from refrigerator and serve at room temperature.