Smoked Salmon Salad

== Description ==
Purchased from the O'Reilly Estate in Fort Worth, Texas in 1988. Date and source unknown. 
== Ingredients ==
* 8 ounce package bow tie Pasta
* 1/2 cup fresh steamed asparagus tips
* 1 ounce smoked salmon, chopped
* 1 lemon, juiced
* 1 tablespoon chopped pistachio nuts
* 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
* 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
* Â½ teaspoon salt
* 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
== Directions ==
# In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook Pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
# Steam the asparagus over boiling water and cook until tender but still firm. Drain, cool and chop.
# In a large bowl, combine the Pasta, asparagus, smoked salmon, lemon juice, pistachios, basil, olive oil, and salt and pepper.
# Mix well and refrigerate for 2 hours.
# Remove from refrigerator and serve at room temperature.
== Contributed by ==
Cat's Recipes Y-Group
Category:Asparagus Recipes
Category:Basil Recipes
Category:Cathy's Recipes
Category:Pasta Recipes
Category:Pistachio Recipes