Pasta Primavera Salad

By Pearly

Ingredients

• 8 oz Rotini Pasta
• 4 c assorted mixed vegetable (mix of carrots, broccoli, sweet peppers, onions, celery, asparagus)
• 2 c garlic cloves, peeled
• 1/3 c balsamic vinaigrette (or favorite Italian dressing)
• 1 tsp dried mix Italian herbs
• 1/3 c Shredded Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine vegetables and ¼ c water in shallow microwave safe casserole dish. Cover with plastic wrap. Heat on high power for 4 min. Drain.

In large bowl, toss vegetables with salad dressing

Cook pasta according to package directions; adding garlic. Drain
Mash garlic; add to vegetables.

Gently toss pasta, cheese, herbs and vegetables together. Season with salt and pepper. Chill