Asparagus Walnut Salad

• 8 ounces corkscrew macaroni
• 1/2 lb asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 1 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 lb mushroom, sliced
• 1 cup walnuts, broken up
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• Italian salad dressing mix (don't use the whole package)

1. Cook the noodles. Drain. Rinse with cold water.
2. In a saucepan, cook the asparagus in boiling water until just tender.
3. Drain and rinse with cold water.
4. Transfer to a bowl with the pasta.
5. Add the cheese, tomatoes, mushrooms and walnuts. Toss to combine.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar and dressing mix.
7. Pour over salad and toss to coat evenly.
8. Serve salad chilled or at room temperature.

macaroni, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, mushroom, walnuts, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, italian salad dressing

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/asparagus-walnut-salad-152042 (may not work)