PAULA DEEN'S GARDEN PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Paula Deen's Garden Pasta Salad Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by á-167560

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 (16-ounce) package whole wheat rotini pasta, cooked according to package directions
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup water
1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup shallots, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, mustard, salt, pepper and celery seed; stir in cooked pasta. In a shallow microwave-safe dish, combine asparagus and ¼ cup water. Cover with plastic wrap, venting 1 corner, and microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Drain well, and let cool. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Stir asparagus, tomatoes, and all remaining ingredients into pasta mixture until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.