Asparagus Walnut Salad Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus Walnut Salad

• Corkscrew Macaroni
• 1 pound asparagus
• Mozzarella Cheese
• 1 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes
• Mushroom
• ½ cup chopped walnuts
• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
• Balsamic Vinegar
• Italian Salad Dressing Mix

How to Make Asparagus Walnut Salad

1. Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
2. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus. Cook in a pot of boiling salted water for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain and rinse with cold water.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and asparagus.
4. Add 1 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes, 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms, and ½ cup chopped walnuts.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, ¼ cup red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, salt and pepper to taste.
6. Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld (optional, best served at room temperature).