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Smoked Gouda Pasta Salad

Smoked Gouda Pasta Salad: A Creamy, Flavor-Packed Delight

Enjoy a delicious Smoked Gouda Pasta Salad with vibrant flavors and comforting textures, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz Mostaccioli Pasta substitute with penne or rotini if needed
  • 8 oz Smoked Gouda Cheese consider vegan smoked cheese for plant-based option
For the Freshness
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes or grape tomatoes
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Basil Leaves chiffonade for optimal flavor
  • 1 cup Roasted Peppers fire-roasted or jarred options
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt swap in plant-based options for vegan
  • 0.25 cup Whole Milk or Olive Oil based on desired flavor profile
  • 1 tbsp Adobo Sauce or minced chipotle pepper
  • 2 tbsp Vinegar (White or Wine) apple cider vinegar as an alternative
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts for extra flavor
  • 0.25 cup Italian Parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp Honey to balance acidity

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Cook the Pasta - Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook mostaccioli for 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Optionally toss with olive oil and chill.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Dressing - In a bowl, whisk together mayo or yogurt, milk or olive oil, vinegar, and adobo sauce until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  3. Step 3: Chop the Ingredients - Halve cherry tomatoes, cube gouda, dice roasted peppers, and chiffonade fresh basil.
  4. Step 4: Combine the Salad Components - In a bowl, mix cooled pasta, halved tomatoes, gouda, and roasted vegetables. Fold in dressing until well-coated.
  5. Step 5: Taste and Adjust Seasoning - Check the salad and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or vinegar before chilling.
  6. Step 6: Chill and Serve - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Before serving, fold in chiffonaded basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal taste, store salad components separately until ready to serve. Allow salad to chill for the best flavor.

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