Ⓥ Rasta Pasta Salad Recipe
A vegan pasta salad, with shiitake mushrooms, peppers, red onions, & heirloom tomatoes; spiced and creamy. Add jerk or fried chicken.
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Ingredients
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Pasta Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shiitake mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are tender. Add the diced bell peppers and red onion, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 3
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, jerk seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sautéed vegetables, diced heirloom tomatoes, and chopped parsley. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
- 5
Chill and Serve
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled, optionally topped with jerk or fried chicken.
