Leek and Salmon Fettuccine Salad
Servings
4Serving size
about 3 cups saladThis recipe can be multiplied. This recipe makes great leftovers, but I prefer to add the herbs just before serving, if possible.
Ingredients
2 quart Water |
4 ounce Whole Wheat Fettuccine (or gluten-free fettuccine) |
1 spray Spray olive oil |
1 large (about 16 ounces) Leeks |
4 Ounces Fresh atlantic salmon |
4 tsp. Olive oil |
1/4 tsp. Salt |
1 to taste Black pepper |
1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar |
1 tsp.. Honey |
1 Tbsp., drained Capers |
1 Tbsp. Pine nuts |
8 leaves Fresh basil |
1 Tbsp. Fresh oregano |
1 large Tomatoes (seeded and cut into julienne strips) |
Instructions
Place the water in a large stock pot over high heat. When the water is boiling add the fettuccine. Stir the pasta occasionally. It should take about 12 minutes to cook.
Slice the leeks lengthwise and rinse well to make sure that all the dirt is removed. Then cut crosswise into 1/4 inch half moons.
While the pasta is cooking place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Spray lightly with oil. Add the green tops of the leeks first and cook stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat if needed so that the leeks do not brown. When the dark green tops are slightly cooked add the white part of the leeks.
While the leeks are cooking place the olive oil, salt, pepper, vinegar and honey in a medium mixing bowl.
Drain the pasta when it is cooked and add it to the mixing bowl. Toss the fettuccine until it is well coated with oil and vinegar.
When the leeks are done add them to the pasta and toss well.
Add the capers and pine nuts to the mixing bowl and place the salad in the refrigerator to chill.
Remove the hot pan from the oven and spray lightly with oil and place the salmon filet inside. Return the pan to the oven and cook for 5 - 7 minutes. Turn the salmon and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove and let cool a few minutes.
After the salmon is cooled add it to the pasta salad and toss well. Return the bowl to the refrigerator.
When the salad is chilled coarsely chop the herbs and add them to the bowl and toss. Serve the salad topped with the tomato strips.
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Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.Recipe Notes
This is close to the perfect Mediterranean dish. It has whole grains, vegetables, fruit (tomatoes), seeds, fish and olive oil. Adding about a 1/4 ounce per serving of grated aged goat cheese rounds it out, but to me seems like gliding the lily. The only thing missing is legumes (can’t have everything) and a glass of wine (which is a good idea).