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Pasta with Smoked Salmon, Cherry Tomatoes and Wild Arugula

Pasta with Smoked Salmon, Cherry Tomatoes, and Wild Arugula

The combination of smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes, and wild arugula is a delicious way to dress up fresh pasta.
Serves 4-6
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Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces fresh or dry spaghetti
  • 4 ounces smoked salmon , cut into pieces
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes , halved
  • 1 cup wild arugula , plus additional for serving, torn
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Juice from 1/2 lemon
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the spaghetti and cook until it is al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 tablespoon of the water.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes, stirring. Add the arugula and cook for 2 minutes longer, stirring.
  • Add the pasta, salmon, reserved water, and lemon juice to the pan, and season with salt and pepper. Gently mix until combined.
  • Transfer the pasta to individual plates. Arrange some arugula over the top and drizzle with a little olive oil. Serve immediately.