Gruyere and Mushroom Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked penne pasta
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup diced red pepper
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, mushrooms, Gruyere cheese, red onion, red pepper, and celery.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
3. Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss to combine.
4. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Interesting Facts

• Gruyere cheese is a type of Swiss cheese that is named after the town of Gruyere in Switzerland.
• Mushrooms are a type of fungus that is often used in cooking for their flavor and texture.
• Olive oil is a type of oil that is derived from olives and is often used in Mediterranean cooking.