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Summer Pasta Salad

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz whole grain pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Persian or English cucumber diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or thawed
  • 2 –3 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons cashew cream
  • 1 small garlic clove finely minced or grated
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and allow to cool.
  • Place the tomatoes, cucumber, corn and parsley in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, cashew cream, garlic, maple syrup, salt and pepper.
  • Add the cooled pasta to the vegetables and pour the dressing over top.
  • Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  • Chill before serving for the best flavor.