Crunchy Asian Pasta Salad

Crunchy Asian Pasta Salad

Snaps to this texture-filled dish.

Serving: 7 people

Ingredients
1 box Barilla® Penne
1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. honey
2 tbsp. lemon juice
4 tbsp. toasted sesame oil
2 red bell peppers, sliced
¼ lb. snow peas, halved
2 cups celery, sliced
1 cup bean sprouts
salt and pepper to taste

Directions
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil
2. Cook the pasta according to the directions – one minute less than required; drain and toss with the olive oil. Place on a tray to cool down
3. In a small bowl, make the dressing by combining the honey and lemon juice and whisking together gently
4. Whisk in the sesame oil and season with salt and pepper
5. In a large bowl, combine all the remaining ingredients with the pasta and the dressing
6. Allow it to sit for 30 minutes for all the flavors to mix before serving