Asparagus Walnut Salad

9 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces corkscrew macaroni
  • 1/2 lb asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 lb mushroom, sliced
  • 1 cup walnuts, broken up
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • Italian salad dressing mix (don't use the whole package)

Directions

  1. 1
    Cook the noodles. Drain. Rinse with cold water.
  2. 2
    In a saucepan, cook the asparagus in boiling water until just tender.
  3. 3
    Drain and rinse with cold water.
  4. 4
    Transfer to a bowl with the pasta.
  5. 5
    Add the cheese, tomatoes, mushrooms and walnuts. Toss to combine.
  6. 6
    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar and dressing mix.
  7. 7
    Pour over salad and toss to coat evenly.
  8. 8
    Serve salad chilled or at room temperature.

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