Classic American Noodle Salad Recipe

This American noodle salad is a perfect dish to bring to a potluck or enjoy as a side for a summer barbecue. It's loaded with colorful vegetables, tender pasta, and a tangy dressing that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

• 8 oz fusilli pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, parsley, and parmesan cheese.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until everything is well coated.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6. Enjoy your delicious American noodle salad!

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