Vegan Italian Pasta Salad

Step 1

Put on water to boil for pasta and cook according to the box. Once cooked, rinse with cold water and set aside until other elements are ready

Step 2

In a large sauce pan, over medium heat, add the olive oil and warm. Add garlic and chili flakes and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add zucchini, summer squash and peppers and cook for 7 minutes stirring occasionally until veggies are tender. Let cool.

Step 3

Make dressing in a blender by adding olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, salt, pepper and herbs and blending until smooth.

Step 4

In a large bowl add cooled pasta, cooled cooked veggies, tomatoes, olives, chopped herbs, chickpeas and dressing. Toss until well mixed then add vegan parmesan and toss again

Step 5

Enjoy within 3 days for best quality