Smoked Salmon Pasta Salad with Everything Bagel Orzo

Serving Size: 4

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 10 Minutes

Total Time: 25 Minutes

Ingredients:

1/2 lb. Pappardelle's Everything Bagel Orzo
2 mini cucumbers ( or 1/2 English cucumber)
2 tablespoons red onion chopped
2 tablespoons capers drained
6 ounces sliced smoked salmon (tear into bite-sized pieces)

Dressing:

2 heaping tablespoons mayo
1 heaping tablespoon sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice + zest of 1 lemon
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

Bring 4 quarts (3.8 liters) of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta to water, return water to a gentle boil and cook for 10-12 minutes or until al dente, stirring intermittently. Drain, rinse under cold water and set aside.
Meanwhile, combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
Chop the other salad ingredients and add them to the large bowl.
Toss the ingredients together and add cooked pasta to the bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, then serve and enjoy!