Gazpacho Pasta Salad

Gazpacho Pasta Salad

Gazpacho Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 1 pkg (12 oz.) Light 'n Fluffy Rainbow Twirls, uncooked 
• 1/2 cup sliced green onion 
• 1/3 cup white vinegar 
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 
• 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves 
• 1 clove garlic, minced 
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil 
• 1 pt of cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half 
• 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced (about 1 cup) 
• 1 medium green pepper, cut into strips (about 1-1/2 cups) 
• 2 cups (about 6 oz.) quartered fresh mushrooms

Method

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool quickly; drain well.
2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine green onion, vinegar, parsley, basil, garlic, salt and pepper; set aside 10 minutes.
3. Add remaining ingredients and cooled pasta; toss lightly. Refrigerate to blend flavors.