Mixed Veggie Pasta Salad

So tonight I sort of threw this dinner together because I had a fresh bunch of asparagus that I need to use. I'm trying to make more meatless meals lately. I think this will become a regular one around here during the warmer months. I used the following recipe as inspiration....

http://www.pauladeen.com/recipes/recipe_view/grilled_vegetable_pasta_salad/

Here are my changes:

Used whole grain penne instead of plain

Used yellow cherry tomatoes- I think they are sweeter than red.

Omitted the red onion and peppers

Added fresh spinach- didn't have basil

Used regular Italian dressing, some olive oil and parmesan cheese to dress it.

I grilled the asparagus on my indoor grill just with some olive oil spray and garlic salt for about 5-7 minutes. I let it cool and then cut into bite sized pieces. This was the only cooking involved besides the pasta. SO easy and fast! We will definitely have to have this again this summer when it's 100+ degrees outside!! Give this one a try and add or delete as you wish.