I believe that grilling veggies and fruits just makes the flavors pop in such a delicious way. This Grilled Hawaiian Pasta Salad has so many of my faves packed into one bowl. Read on to see how to create this tasty bowl for your family.
Grilled Hawaiian Pasta Salad with Honey Garlic Vinaigrette
Seasonal sweet pineapple, firm tofu, red and yellow peppers, and some fresh broccolini were all grilled for 5-10 min. This adds a little char and really brings out the flavors. This was my first time grilling broccolini and it was amazing! I combined them with some farfalle pasta that I made in advance and had chilling. My husband gets the grilling credit here. This is how I know he loves me because he eats none of these veggies.
The HOney Garlic Vinaigrette
I was looking for a dressing that was light and also had a Hawaiian flair to it. Most of my marinades and dressings come about by playing around with ingredients I have on hand. This Honey garlic vinaigrette is a winner! A little apple cider vinegar, ginger, soy sauce, hot honey, and garlic was the perfect finisher. It’s light and tangy with a little kick from the hot honey. If you have never tried hot honey, stop everything and buy it now. It’s so good and I use it in so many recipes.
More Summer Salads to try
Grilled Eggplant Caprese pasta Salad
Perfect for summer BBQs, this Grilled Hawaiian Pasta Salad will be a crowd pleaser for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. Did I mention it was vegan and dairy-free? Using gluten-free pasta would be an easy substitute as well. Thanks for checking it out! Tell me, what kinds of recipes would you like to see more of?
Grilled Hawaiian Pasta Salad with Honey Garlic Vinaigrette- Meatless Monday
A summer treat of grilled veggies tofu and pineapple with a Hawaiian flair.
Ingredients
- 15 oz package of extra firm tofu (drained)
- 1 red and 1 yellow bell pepper
- bunch of broccolini or broccoli rabe
- 2 Cups of fresh pineapple
- 1 box of Farfalle pasta
- olive oil to drizzle
- dressing:
- 1 Cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup of hot honey
- 3-4 Tbl Sambal or chili paste
- 1 Tsp of low sodium soy sauce
- juice of 2 limes
- 1 Tbl chopped garlic
- 1 Tsp fresh ginger -minced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- cook pasta al dente and allow to chill while preparing salad
- drizzle a little olive oil on pasta so it does not stick
- Heat grill to high
- coat veggies and pineapple with olive oil, salt and pepper
- Easier to grill in large pieces and cute afterwards (see photos)
- Grill tofu for 10 min and veggies for 5 min
- Allow to cool and cut into bite sized pieces
- Add to pasta and combine in large bowl
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over salad
- serve at room temp or chilled
- Can be refrigerated and enjoyed for 5 days
It is a great addition hope you try it out!
Yay I was hoping you would like it! A great way to sneak in some tofu 🙂
Fabulous! I really hope you all enjoy it. Have a great vacation
Thanks! I was really happy with how this one came out
Look at those rainbow colours! Such a healthy salad.
Thanks, Deborah, that’s a great idea!
Thanks Cat for checking it out
I’m all about salads this time of year. It’s too hot to eat hot food! This looks so good and colorful!
This looks amazing! I love grilled pineapple as well – it really brings out the sweetness!
It sure does I love it too
Loving the sound of this! So bright and refreshing for summer 🙂
Well thanks so much hope you give it a try
I’ve never had anything like this! It looks and sounds delicious!
Thanks Heather! Let me know if you decide to give it a try sometime
Totally had me at Hawaiian! I’ve never heard of hot honey, but it sounds like a winner & would serve as a great add-in.
Oh it is so good you have to try it. I use it on so many things
I’m always on the hunt for a meatless monday recipe to add to our meal rotation! This looks like a hit!
Thanks so much hope you try it out
Another great recipe Deborah! I have never heard of hot honey and had to check that out! I hope to make this over the summer! -M
It’s life changing 🙂
Screams summer and love the addition of pineapple!
Thanks Sarah!
What a delish pasta salad idea! I love the Hawaiian twist on this with the grilled vegetables.
Thanks Julie-grilling makes everything taste better
I love this pasta salad recipe! The grilled veggies and pineapple make for a unique flavor combination with the pasta.
Thanks so much Sharon hope you give it a try sometime
Oooh I’ve never heard of anything like this! Sounds so fresh.
Definitely fresh! Thanks for checking it out
I love how colorful this dish is!
Thanks so much!
Ooo, I’ve never had this before but definitely loving the sound of that vinaigrette! *-* Can’t wait to try it!
Oh it’s one of my favorites
Hawaiian pasta salad with honey is tasty and yum.
Thanks hope you enjoy it
I think the ingredients are perfect. I’ll cook tonight. Thanks for the recipe!
Thanks so much!
this looks refreshing and delicious – the perfect summer dish!
It is one of my favorites!
Love the bright colors and fun flavor combos here. Super yummy!!!
Thanks so much seems to be a crowd favorite over here whenever we make it
This just looks delicious and so refreshing. Will let you know how I like it because I actually have all the ingredients on-hand! 🙂
great yes please let me know what you think!
This looks delicious, especially with the addition of pineapple!
The pineapple is so good in there!