Place water into a large pot. Bring to a boil and add sea salt. Add cavatappi pasta and cook 8 to 10 minutes, or until pasta is soft, but not mushy. Drain, then rinse pasta with cold water. Drain again and set aside.
Combine rest of the ingredients with pasta and mix well. Cover and chill. May be prepared a day ahead of time, if desired. Makes 8 servings. Enjoy I