Instructions
- 1
Cook the noodles according to package directions, rinse in cold water to stop the cooking, then set aside.
- 2
Make the BBQ Tofu Cubes while the noodles are cooking. (Bake the tofu, marinate in BBQ sauce and saute on the skillet until chewy. Full recipe for BBQ tofu here)
- 3
Whisk together all the ingredients for the creamy dressing.
- 4
Place the ingredients for the salad, including the noodles and BBQ tofu, in a large bowl. Add the dressing and toss to combine. Season to taste as needed and serve.
Notes
Servings: 6 servings. Shredded sharp cheddar cheese is optional. Full recipe for BBQ Tofu Cubes is referenced separately.
Bbq Pasta Salad
A smoky, flavorful pasta salad perfect for BBQ lovers, packed with elbow noodles, fresh corn, grape tomatoes, scallions, chewy BBQ tofu crumbles, diced avocado, cilantro, and optional cheddar cheese. Drizzled with a creamy BBQ dressing made from yogurt or mayo, BBQ sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and smoked paprika for a tangy, irresistible twist on classic pasta salad.
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 40 min
Sauces and Dressings
View sourceIngredients14
3 serves
Metric- 454 g elbow noodles, cooked
- 200g BBQ Tofu Cubes
- 50 g sliced scallions, green parts only
- 150 g corn kernels, fresh or cooked from frozen
- 150 g halved grape tomatoes
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 16 g finely chopped cilantro leaves
- 75 g shredded sharp cheddar cheese, optional
Creamy BBQ Dressing
- 118 ml greek yogurt or mayo of choice
- 30 ml mayo, if not using mayo above, for a creamier taste
- 118 ml BBQ sauce
- 15 ml maple syrup
- 15 ml lime juice or vinegar
- 1 g smoked paprika
Nutrition FactsPer serving (3 servings)
645cals
71g
Carbs
44% cals
30g
Fat
42% cals
27g
Protein
17% cals
Calories645.3 kcal (32%)
Carbohydrates71.5 g (26%)
Protein26.9 g (54%)
Total Fat30.3 g (39%)
Saturated Fat7.6 g (38%)
Unsaturated Fat22.7 g (151%)
Sugars29.9 g (60%)
Fiber9.1 g (32%)
Cholesterol29.3 mg (10%)
Sodium660.0 mg (29%)