Farfalle With Asparagus and Smoked Salmon

From start to finish, this was an excellent dish.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package farfalle pasta
• 1⁄2 cup  asparagus tips, fresh steamed
• 1  ounce smoked salmon, chopped
• 1  whole  lemon, juice of
• 1  tablespoon pistachio nut, chopped
• 1  teaspoon fresh basil, chopped
• 1  tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
2. Steam the asparagus over boiling water and cook until tender but still firm.
3. Drain, cool and chop.
4. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, asparagus, smoked salmon, lemon juice, pistachios, basil, olive oil, and salt and pepper.
5. Mix well and refrigerate for 2 hours.
6. Remove from refrigerator and serve at room temperature.
7. Ready In: 2 Hours 30 Minutes.