Spring Pasta Salad with Asparagus, Mushrooms & Lemon Parsley Dressing

Name: Spring Pasta Salad with Asparagus, Mushrooms & Lemon Parsley Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounces pasta ( use rice noodles to make this gluten-free); 1-2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 shallot – finely chopped (or ⅓ cup finely chopped onion); 6 ounces mushrooms (morels, creminis, white button, shiitakes); 1 bunch asparagus: cut into 1-inch pieces – snap off tough ends. (2-3 cups); salt and pepper; 1 bunch Italian Parsley- chopped ( about 1 cup packed); 3-4 scallions, chopped; optional 1-2 tablespoon fresh tarragon; Zest of one small lemon, plus 1-2 tablespoons juice; 4 Tablespoons olive oil; 1 clove garlic: finely minced (optional); ¾ teaspoon salt; fresh cracked pepper; Garnish with grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese (optional)