Step 1

Cook pasta al dente according to package instructions. When pasta is cooked, drain and toss with spinach to wilt. Rinse with cool water to help cool it off more quickly or allow it to cool for 15-20 minutes.

Step 2

Toss pasta and spinach with chopped basil, onion, sun-dried tomatoes (julienned), cherry tomatoes, parmesan and mozzarella (if pasta is still pretty hot, wait to add the mozzarella until cooled off).

Step 3

Whisk together dressing ingredients and toss 3/4 of it with pasta salad, reserving 1/4 of the dressing if waiting to serve. Chill for about 30 minutes and then toss remaining dressing before serving.