This sweet, tart, and savory Hawaiian Pasta Salad is a perfect grilling side dish! Thank you to The Seeker Wines for sponsoring this easy recipe. (Messaging intended for 21+)
I feel sort of sorry for Hawaii. Sure they have perfect weather, breathtaking beaches, gorgeous wildlife, and all that, but they get a bit stereotyped when it comes to food being called Hawaiian. That usually means ham and pineapple, am I right? I’m pretty sure Hawaii has a lot of authentic foods that don’t involve pineapple or ham, but we’re really focused on the pork and pineapple here in the rest of the US/world.
I’d like to tell you that today I’m going to show you another side of Hawaiian recipes with this pasta salad, but I’m totally not. I haven’t even been to Hawaii, so what do I know about it?! This Hawaiian pasta salad recipe is tossed with a creamy teriyaki base and contains ham, mandarin orange slices, and, you guessed it, pineapple! It has a really fun and unique flavor that will add some pizazz to your next grill out!
You know what else will add some fun to your dinner? A glass of The Seeker Wines with your (so-called) Hawaiian pasta salad! Unlike me, The Seeker knows a thing or two about travelling and exploring. They are the only wine label I can think of that boasts a line of delicious wines with grapes from all over the world. The makers of The Seeker Wines have travelled, tasted, and enjoyed wines from all over to bring you the very best from countries like Argentina, France, Germany, Italy, and more.
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I paired this pasta salad with grilled chicken and The Seeker Sauvignon Blanc. This light, crisp wine was a perfect partner to the tangy salad and savory chicken. If you prefer red wine, you might try Malbec or one of their other scrumptious reds.
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Hawaiian Pasta Salad
Pasta is tossed with ham, pineapple, and mandarin orange slices in a creamy teriyaki base.
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
- 12 ounces uncooked pasta
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sliced chives (OK to substitute green onions or dried chives)
- 11 ounces canned mandarin orange slices (in light syrup) drained
- 20 ounces canned pineapple chunks or tidbits (in juice) drained
- 6 ounces deli-sliced ham chopped
Instructions
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Heat a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
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Meanwhile, in a large bowl stir together teriyaki sauce and mayo. Stir in chives, oranges, pineapple, and ham.
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Add cooked pasta, and stir until well coated. Serve immediately or store in refrigerator until ready to serve. Best if eaten within 48 hours.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
Thank you again to The Seeker Wines for sponsoring this pasta salad recipe.
Lauren @ Hall Nesting says
I love the sauce for this!
Andi - The Weary Chef says
Thanks, Lauren!
Cake Whiz says
Sweet and savory is one of the best flavor combinations ever and you nailed it with this Hawaiian pasta salad!
Andi - The Weary Chef says
Thanks so much! <3
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
Pineapples and pasta sounds like perfection to me!
Andi - The Weary Chef says
Thanks, Angie :)
Jenny B @ Honey and Birch says
I’m totally going to seek out some of that Seeker Wine – I’m a wine label junkie and those labels are calling to me!
Andi - The Weary Chef says
I love a good wine label too, and these are so gorgeous! Thanks, Jenny :)
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says
I love the combination of ham and pineapple with teriyaki – this pasta would be just amazing! And I agree it’s crazy that the only Hawaiian food everyone knows about is ham and pineapple things – there must be more great food there! :)
Roxana Yawgel says
I’m glad I’m not the only one who thinks there’s more to Hawaii than ham and pineapple but in the same time I can’t get enough of ham and pineapple!
Love the addition of the mandarin slices! Such a fun refreshing touch!
I have to look for the Seeker Wine in my area. LOVE those labels!!
Michelle @ The Complete Savori says
I was surprised to see what you put in the sauce, but I see how it would make it so delicious!