Barilla® Tri-Color Penne Pasta Salad

Instructions

1. 1
   Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2. 2
   Cook pasta 1 minute less than package directions.
3. 3
   Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil; place on a sheet tray to cool.
4. 4
   In a small skillet, sauté onion in 1 tablespoon olive oil until translucent; remove from heat and set aside.
5. 5
   In a large bowl combine, pasta with onions, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, remaining olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6
   Before serving add avocado, cheese and parsley.