Simple Bruschetta Salmon Orzo Salad

Delicious and healthy, this salmon salad is quick to prepare and perfect for lunch or to bring to a potluck. Can be served hot or cold - it's great either way! Feel free to adjust seasonings to taste. (I like adding extra garlic sometimes because I am a garlic fiend!) Sliced, ripe olives are also a nice addition.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 (6 ounce) cans salmon, boneless and skinless
• 1  cup orzo pasta
• 2  tomatoes, chopped
• 1  small zucchini, diced
• 1⁄2 cup red onion, chopped
• 1⁄3 fresh basil, chopped
• 3  tablespoons  balsamic vinegar
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 2  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
•  ground pepper, to taste
•  salt, to taste

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions for about 8 minutes, or until just tender; drain.
2. Combine balsamic vinegar, garlic, and olive oil for the dressing.
3. Place pasta in large bowl and mix with dressing, drained salmon and remaining ingredients and toss to mix well.
4. Add in salt and pepper to taste. (if desired).
5. Serve either hot or cold. (note- the flavours develop nicely if you chill this first -- letting it sit overnight makes it even more flavourful, but it's up to you!).