Pasta Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

1 (16 oz.) package bow tie pasta
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
2 c. broccoli flowerets
1 c. carrots (sliced)
1 c. cucumber (peeled and diced)
1 c. cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 c. green onion (chopped)

Dressing:
1/2 c. cider vinegar
1 clove garlic (chopped fine)
1/2 tsp. ground mustard
1 c. vegetable oil
1/2 c. sugar
1 green onion, chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
4 tsp. poppy seeds

     Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Place in large bowl, add cheese, broccoli, carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, and onion.
     In a blender, combine dressing ingredients except poppy seeds, blending until smooth. Add poppy seeds and pour over pasta. Toss and refrigerate for at least one hour.