Smoked Macaroni Salad
By Traeger Kitchen
4 Reviews
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
15 Min
Cook Time
20 Min
Pellets
Hickory
Yields: 4 Servings
Ingredients
main
1 Pound | elbow macaroni |
1 Cup | mayonnaise |
3 Tablespoon | white wine vinegar |
2 Tablespoon | sugar |
To Taste | salt and pepper |
1/2 | small red onion, diced |
1 | green bell pepper, diced small |
1/2 Cup | shredded carrots |
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Steps
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 elbow macaroni
Step 2
When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 180˚F and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available.
180 ˚F / 82 ˚C
Super Smoke
Step 3
Spread cooked pasta out on a sheet tray and place the sheet tray directly on the grill grate. Smoke for 20 minutes, remove from heat, and transfer directly to the refrigerator to cool.
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180 ˚F / 82 ˚C
Super Smoke
Step 4
While the pasta is cooling, mix the dressing. In a medium bowl add the mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, and sugar and whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Ingredients
1 Cup mayonnaise
3 Tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 Tablespoon sugar
To Taste salt and pepper
Step 5
When pasta is cool, combine chopped veggies, smoked pasta, and dressing in a large bowl.
Ingredients
1/2 small red onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced small
1/2 Cup shredded carrots
Step 6
Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 20 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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