Easy Salmon Brown Rice Pasta Salad

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Easy to make, this salmon brown rice pasta salad is a quick and healthy lunch or dinner option.

The combination of brown rice pasta and salmon provide a good serving of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, while avocado adds healthy fat and the vegetables provide essential vitamins and fiber.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the flavor of salmon in this dish.

It can also be difficult to adjust the spiciness of the jalapeno pepper to personal preference.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with health benefits! Salmon provides a good source of protein as well as omega-3 fatty acids, which have been linked to heart health, brain function, and reduced inflammation.
Brown rice pasta provides more fiber and micronutrients than traditional wheat-based pasta.
The avocado and vegetables in the dish add healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.

	16 ounces dried brown rice pasta
	1 package frozen peas
	2 cups packed fresh spinach , chopped
	1 can salmon , drained and flaked
	1/2 cup finely chopped carrots
	3/4 cup red cherry tomatoes
	3/4 cup yellow cherry tomatoes
	1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
	1 ripe avocado , peeled and sliced
	1 tablespoon lemon juice
	1/2 jalapeno pepper , finely chopped

1.	Cook brown rice pasta according to package instructions, then strain
2.	Add the frozen peas to the pasta and let sit until all peas are defrosted and mixed in
3.	In a large bowl, mix together the pasta and peas, with chopped fresh spinach, canned drained and flaked salmon, finely chopped carrots, and the red and yellow cherry tomatoes
4.	Add chopped fresh cilantro and sliced avocado, then gently fold everything together
5.	Drizzle lemon juice over the top and add finely chopped jalapeno pepper, then toss everything together until ingredients are well mixed

Easy Salmon Brown Rice Pasta Salad

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