Recipe: Springtime Pasta Salad

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From: Nancy,.SanFran

Springtime Pasta Salad
Recipe By : National Pasta Association
http://ilovepasta.org/
Serving Size : 6

12 ounces Spaghetti, Linguine, or Thin Spaghetti -- uncooked
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 ounces broccoli florets
8 ounces asparagus -- cut in 1-inch pieces
4 scallions -- cut in 1-inch pieces
OR
4 spring onions -- cut in 1-inch slices
2 cloves garlic -- finely chopped
1 10-ounce package frozen peas -- thawed and drained
1 green or red bell pepper -- coarsely chopped
8 ounces mushrooms -- sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

DRESSING
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Freshly ground black pepper -- to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.

In a large pot, cook broccoli and asparagus in boiling water until crisp yet tender, about 4 minutes. Drain and add to pasta. Add scallions, garlic, peas, bell pepper, mushrooms and parsley to pasta.

In a small bowl, whisk together first seven dressing ingredients. Slowly whisk in the oil until dressing is well blended.

Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss gently until well mixed.