With all the barbeques, picnics, and entertaining we do all summer long, this Asian Pasta salad is sure to be a hit wherever you take it. It can easily be doubled for big crowds, and is quick and easy to prepare. You will need:

Pasta salad

• 450 gram package of Wheels, Penne or Fusilli – We love the fun shapes you find in Italian markets
• 1 fresh tomato diced
• ½ cucumber diced
• 1 can of baby corn
• 1 can of sliced mushrooms
• 1 can sliced black olives
• 3 table spoons of toasted sesame seeds

Dressing

• ½ cup olive oil
• ½ cup unseasoned rice vinegar
• ¼ cup Soya sauce
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil

Directions:

1. Cook pasta until al dente and rinse with cold water. In a large bowl mix pasta, vegetables and sesame seeds together. In a separate bowl mix all dressing ingredients together and then add to the pasta mix. Chill and enjoy!