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Smoked Macaroni Salad

Smoked Macaroni Salad

By Traeger Kitchen

Try this smoky twist on a summer classic. Macaroni is boiled then smoked, and combined with red onions, green bell peppers and shredded carrots all tossed together in a tangy dressing.

Prep Time

3 Hr
35 Min

Cook Time

20 Min

Pellets

Hickory
Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients

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1 Poundmacaroni, uncooked
1/2 Smallred onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1/2 Cupshredded carrot
1 Cupmayonnaise
3 Tablespoonwhite wine vinegar
2 Tablespoonsugar
To Tastesalt
To Tasteblack pepper
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Step

  • Step 1

    Bring a large stock pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat and cook pasta according to package directions. Make sure to cook to al dente, strain, and rinse under cold water.

    Ingredients
    • 1 Pound macaroni, uncooked

  • Step 2

    When ready to cook, set the grill temperature to smoke and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

  • Step 3

    Spread cooked pasta out on a sheet tray and place sheet tray directly on the grill grate. Smoke for 20 minutes, remove from heat, and transfer directly to the refrigerator to cool.

    00:20

    225 ˚F / 107 ˚C

  • Step 4

    While the pasta is cooling mix the dressing. Place all ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk to combine.

    Ingredients
    • 1/2 Small red onion, diced

    • 1  green bell pepper, diced

    • 1/2 Cup shredded carrot

    • 1 Cup mayonnaise

    • 3 Tablespoon white wine vinegar

    • 2 Tablespoon sugar

    • To Taste salt

    • To Taste black pepper

  • Step 5

    When pasta is cool combine chopped veggies, smoked pasta and dressing in a large bowl.

  • Step 6

    Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 20 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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