Ingredients

• 16 oz. rigatoni/pasta
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lb. salmon fillet
• Zest of one lemon
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons capers
• Parmesan cheese, shaved or grated

Instructions

1. 1Cook the pasta according to package directions.
2. 2Meanwhile, season salmon with salt and pepper to taste and bake at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes, depending on thickness.
3. 3Once the pasta is cooked, drain and toss with garlic, olive oil, basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. 4Add lemon juice, zest and capers to the pasta and toss to mix.
5. 5Flake the salmon into bite-size pieces.
6. 6Gently toss salmon with the pasta.
7. 7Dish and serve hot topped with freshly grated or shaved Parmesan cheese.