Pistachio, salmon and shrimp salad
4 servings
30 minutes
This salad is a true embodiment of Mediterranean elegance, combining tender seafood, fresh greens, and crunchy pistachios. Italian cuisine is renowned for its simplicity and impeccable balance of flavors, and this recipe is no exception. The lightness of al dente pasta harmoniously pairs with the refined taste of smoked salmon, while fresh asparagus adds crunch and freshness. Dressed with an aromatic olive oil and lemon juice dressing, the salad acquires an exquisite citrus note, with basil adding a hint of spice. Pistachios complete the composition, giving the dish a subtle nutty sweetness. This salad is a wonderful option for a light lunch or an elegant dinner that can transport you to the sunny streets of Italy.
1
Boil the pasta until al dente, rinse, and let it cool.
- Pasta: 250 g
2
Boil the asparagus, cool it down, and cut it into long strips.
- Fresh asparagus: 100 g
3
Chop the fish, mix it with pasta and asparagus.
- Smoked salmon: 50 g
4
Dress with a sauce made of olive oil and lemon juice.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon: 1 piece
5
Add finely chopped pistachios and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pistachios: 1 tablespoon
- Basil: 1 stem
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
