Vito's Penne Pasta Salad

Submitted by PalatablePastime

"From the Happy Diabetic Chef cookbook."

 

• Ready In: 27mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 16 ounces uncooked low carb penne pasta (Dreamfield's recommended)
• 1 cup fresh asparagus tips
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper
• 1 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or 1 cup shredded provolone cheese

directions

1. Cook pasta according to directions. Drain.
2. Sauté asparagus tips in garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper until tender.
3. Add to the pasta along with the basil, sun-dried tomatoes and cheese. Toss to mix.
4. Adjust seasonings as necessary.
5. Refrigerate 1 hour or longer before serving.