PASTA SALAD

2 cups pasta of your choice
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cauliflower florets
1 cup carrots, chopped
1 cup black olives, sliced
1/2 cup sundried tomatoes (optional)

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta and rinse well. Combine pasta with vegetables and 1 cup Italian Vinaigrette dressing (or your favorite bottled vegan dressing). Serve cold.

ITALIAN VINAIGRETTE DRESSING

3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Combine all ingredients and mix well with a wire whisk. Makes a great dressing for pasta salad or tossed salad.