Pasta with Salmon and Dill

• 1 pound Radiatore, Wagon Wheels or other medium pasta shape, uncooked
• 1 pound salmon steaks, or one 14-oz. can salmon, drained
• Freshly ground pepper
• 4 tbsp. chopped fresh dill
• 3 stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
• 1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 1 carrot, sliced
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 tbsp. white wine vinegar

Preparation

1 Preheat oven to 350-o F. Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
2 Place the salmon in a non-reactive baking dish; season with pepper.
3 Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
4 Remove the foil and cool. Remove the skin and bones; discard.
5 Flake the salmon into large pieces and place in a large mixing bowl (If using canned salmon, place directly in the bowl and season with pepper).
6 Add dill, celery, onion, carrot and pasta. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice and vinegar.
7 Add salmon and pasta and toss gently. Serve well chilled.

Source: National Pasta Association