Riso Pasta Salad with Salmon and Basil Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of riso pasta
• 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 pound cooked salmon, flaked
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook the riso pasta in salted boiling water for 10-12 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water until completely cooled.
2. In a large bowl, mix pasta with cherry tomatoes, garlic, green onions, and basil leaves. Toss well to combine.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Pour this dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat well.
4. Add in the flaked salmon and crumbled feta cheese. Mix gently to combine all the ingredients.
5. Cover the bowl with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

Verdict:

This Riso Pasta Salad with Salmon and Basil is a delicious blend of fresh ingredients and flavors. The combination of juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic basil, and tangy feta cheese, along with the tender salmon chunks, creates a healthy and tasty dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The dressing adds a zesty punch to the dish and perfectly complements the rest of the salad ingredients. Try it now and delight your taste buds!

Serving Suggestions:

This pasta salad can be served as a standalone dish, but it can also be an excellent side dish for grilled chicken, steak, or fish. You can sprinkle some extra feta cheese on top before serving to enhance the cheese’s flavor, and a few extra basil leaves will give it a lovely fresh look. Enjoy your delicious Riso Pasta Salad with Salmon and Basil!