Ingredients

1lbbowtie pasta

kosher salt

1cupfrozen edamame,out of the pods

2carrots,sliced into ½-inch chunks

12ozbroccoli crown,cut into bite-size florets

1cupmozzarella,part-skim, shredded

1cupgrape tomatoes,halved

4tbspolive oil

3tbspred wine vinegar

½cupmayonnaise

1tspsugar

1large clove garlic,minced

fresh ground black pepper

Preparation

Prepare pasta as directed but set time for 3 minutes less than it says on the box or bag.

When timer goes off add edamame and carrots. Cook for 2 minutes longer.

Add broccoli and cook for 1 more minute.

Drain pasta and veggies. Rinse well under cold water.

Add this mixture to a bowl and add cheese and cherry tomatoes.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil and vinegar. Add mayonnaise, sugar, garlic as well as some salt and sugar.

Add dressing to the salad and mix well. Serve immediately or chill for 2 hours before serving.