Mille Colori Pasta Salad

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Get: 2 zucchini
2 pkgs grape tomatoes
1 12 oz pkg rainbow colored rotelle pasta
1 12 oz pkg cheese tortellini
2 cans black olives
1 bottle spanish olives
12 oz mozarella cheese, small cubes or 2" matchsticks
1 pkg pepperoni, cut with scissors
1 bottle, Newman's Own family recipe italian dressing
handful, fresh basil, julienned

Slice zucchini into thin julienne strips using a mandolin. Let soak in some italian dressing.
Meanwhile cook pasta according to package directions till al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. Add ice cubes until ready to use.

Mix together olives, pepperoni, cheese and tomatoes.

Add pasta.

Add zucchini and fresh basil. Add more italian dressing to taste and stir. Salt and pepper to taste. Chill several hours before serving.