Pasta Salad with Grilled Sausages and Peppers

Name: Pasta Salad with Grilled Sausages and Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound gemelli pasta; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 large garlic cloves, very finely chopped; 1 large shallot, thinly sliced and separated into rings; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped thyme; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Sausage Mixed Grill, sausages and vegetables thinly sliced; 2 large celery ribs, thinly sliced on the bias; 1/4 pound smoked mozzarella, cut into thin strips; 1 cup chopped basil

Servings: persons

1 pound gemelli pasta
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 large garlic cloves, very finely chopped
1 large shallot, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sausage Mixed Grill, sausages and vegetables thinly sliced
2 large celery ribs, thinly sliced on the bias
1/4 pound smoked mozzarella, cut into thin strips
1 cup chopped basil

1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente.
2
Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking water.
3
Transfer the pasta to a large bowl.
4
Drizzle lightly with olive oil and toss to coat.
5
Let cool to room temperature.
6
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir the lemon juice with the lemon zest, tomato paste, garlic, shallot and thyme.
7
Stir in the 6 tablespoons of olive oil and the reserved pasta cooking water.
8
Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
9
Add 1/4 cup of the dressing to the pasta and toss.
10
Add the sausages, peppers, radicchio, celery, mozzarella and the remaining dressing and toss well.
11
Season the pasta salad with salt and pepper, sprinkle with the basil and serve.

801

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound gemelli pasta, 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling, 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Pasta Salad with Grilled Sausages and Peppers falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!