Smoked Pasta Salad
By Traeger Kitchen
We’re adding some wood-fired flavor to this picnic classic. Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, peppers, and salami get a kiss of Traeger smoke before getting tossed with pasta in a light, Italian vinaigrette.
Prep Time
20 Min
Cook Time
10 Min
Pellets
Apple
Ingredients
This recipe serves:
8
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| 8 Ounce | fresh mozzarella cheese balls, such as Ciliegine, halved |
| 1 Pound | hard salami slices, chopped |
| 1 Jar | roasted red peppers, chopped |
| 3 Cup | cherry tomatoes, halved |
| 3/4 Cup | black olives, sliced |
| 1/4 Cup | Italian parsley, chopped |
| 1 Medium | red onion, chopped |
| Sliced pepperoncini peppers, as desired | |
| 1 Pound | tri-color rotini pasta |
Italian Dressing
| 1/2 Cup | Red wine vinegar |
| 1/2 Cup | olive oil |
| 3 Clove | garlic, minced |
| 1 Tablespoon | honey |
| 1 Tablespoon | dried Italian seasoning |
| To Taste | kosher salt |
| To Taste | black pepper |
Steps
1
When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 180˚F and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available.
180 ˚F / 82 ˚C
Super Smoke
2
On a sheet tray, place the mozzarella, salami, red peppers, tomatoes, olives, parsley, onion, and pepperoncini in a single layer.
3
Place the tray directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and smoke for 10 minutes.
180 ˚F / 82 ˚C
00:10
Super Smoke
4
Remove the smoked ingredients from the grill and set aside.
5
Place a large pot of water over high heat and bring to a boil. Add a large spoonful of salt to the water. Stir in the dried pasta and cook according to package instructions for al dente.
6
Make the Italian dressing. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, olive oil, garlic, honey, and Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
7
Drain the pasta, and place it in a large mixing bowl. Allow it to cool slightly.
8
Add the smoked ingredients into the bowl with the pasta. Pour the vinaigrette over the top and toss well to coat. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
9
Place in the refrigerator to cool for 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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