Garden Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 4 qts. water
• 1-10-12oz. pkg. tri-color rotini pasta
• 1 C. chopped broccoli
• 1 C. snow peas, trimmed
• 1 C. chopped cauliflower
• 1 C. sliced mushrooms
• 3 scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 oz. jar chopped pimentos, drained
• ¾ C. cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• ¾ - 1 C. oil-free Italian dressing
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring the water to a boil and add the pasta. Return to boil and cook, uncovered, for 6 minutes. Rinse under cool water and set aside.
2. Place the broccoli, cauliflower, and snow peas in a steamer basket. Steam over boiling water for 4 to 5 minutes, until tender-crisp.
3. Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Toss to mix well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

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