Summer Italian Pasta Salad

vegan

This dish is best prepared a day ahead of time so the flavors have plenty of time to meld together.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 box tri color rotini
• 1 small can whole kernel corn
• 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
• 1/3 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese or omit for vegans
• 1/4 cup black olives
• 1 cup Italian dressing

INSTRUCTIONS:

1.     Cook rotini according to package directions.  Drain and run under cool water to stop the pasta from cooking any further.

2.     In a large bowl, add pasta and the other ingredients and toss well to mix.  Add salt and pepper to taste.