Tricolor Pasta Salad

Prep /Ttotal time : 30 minutes          Makes 8 servings

1................................ package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta 1............................... package (16 ounces) frozen California-blend vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower and carrots) 1 ...............................can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained 1 to 1-1/3 .................cups Italian dressing 1/4 to 1/2 ..................teaspoon garlic salt, optional

Directions1 ) Cook the pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place vegetables in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave at 50% power for 5-1/2 to 6-1/2 minutes or until thawed; drain. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. In a bowl, combine the pasta, vegetables and olives.
2 ) Combine salad dressing and garlic salt if desired; pour over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.