MUSHROOM PASTA SALAD WITH CHERRY TOMATOES

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This is a light, refreshing salad that can be used as a side or a main dish. It's easy to fix. Great for a picnic or carry in. Note: Prep time does not include marinate time. Adapted from a recipe in Pasta Cooking

Provided by Kathy W

Categories     Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz mushrooms, sliced thin
8 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz pasta, mini penne or any shaped pasta of your choice
DRESSING
1/3 c olive oil
3-4 Tbsp lemon juice (start with 3 tbsp)
1 tsp (heaping) chopped fresh basil
1 tsp chopped fresh parsley or 1/2 t dried
salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp or so sugar, to taste (or omit if you prefer a tangier dressing)

Steps:

  • 1. Place sliced mushrooms in a large bowl.
  • 2. Whisk together all of the dressing ingredients. Add to mushrooms and gently mix to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to marinate at least 1 hour.
  • 3. Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and drain.
  • 4. Add cold pasta and halved cherry tomatoes to mushrooms and lemon dressing. Mix well to coat. Serve at room temperature or chill if you prefer.

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