Microwave Pasta - Pesto Pasta Salad

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Microwave Time: 10-15 minutes

1 cup tri-color Rotini
2 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup basil pesto sauce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup black olives, chopped
½ cup red onion, chopped
½ cup fresh grated parmesan cheese

Combine water and noodles in a microwave safe dish, and microwave on high for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until noodles are cooked through. While the noodles are cooking, chop the vegetables, and set aside. When noodles are fully cooked, drain excess water, and rinse with cold water to cool the noodles. Replace the noodles in a clean bowl or mixing dish. Add in olive oil and pesto sauce, and mix thoroughly into noodles, ensuring all noodles are coated. Add in tomatoes, olives, and onion, and mix well. Finally, top with freshly grated parmesan cheese. Serve chilled.