Vermicelli Vinaigrette Salad
["1/3 (12 oz.) pkg. vermicelli", "1 (6 1/2 oz.) jar marinated artichoke hearts", "2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley", "1/4 c. red wine vinegar", "1 large clove garlic, minced", "1/4 tsp. dried basil", "2 large tomatoes, chopped", "1 c. fresh mushrooms, chopped", "1/2 c. chopped nuts", "1/4 c. vegetable oil", "1/4 tsp. salt", "1/8 tsp. pepper"]
["Cook the vermicelli according to package directions, omitting salt.", "Drain and set aside.", "Drain artichoke hearts, reserving 1/4 cup marinade.", "Chop artichoke hearts.", "Combine vermicelli, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, mushrooms, nuts and parsley.", "Mix well and set aside. Combine reserved marinade, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, basil and pepper in a jar.", "Cover tightly and shake vigorously.", "Pour over vermicelli mixture; toss gently. Cover and chill thoroughly.", "Makes 6 servings."]
["vermicelli", "parsley", "red wine vinegar", "clove garlic", "dried basil", "tomatoes", "fresh mushrooms", "nuts", "vegetable oil", "salt", "pepper"]