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dill pickle pasta salad

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad: A Creamy Summer Side Delight

This dill pickle pasta salad is a creamy, tangy dish perfect for summer BBQs and potlucks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Holds dressing well; can substitute with shell pasta.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Full-fat recommended for richness.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Or substitute with yellow mustard.
  • 1/4 cup Pickle Juice Essential for tang.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Balances acidity.
For the Salad
  • 1 cup Baby Dill Pickles Claussen brand recommended.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Cubed.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Soak in water for 10 minutes if too sharp.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill Dried dill may substitute.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Celery For crunch.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Peppers For color.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions For a milder flavor.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil, add rotini pasta, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, chopped dill pickles, diced onion, cubed cheese, and chopped dill.
  3. Whisk the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, and pickle juice until smooth. Add garlic salt and sugar, adjusting to taste.
  4. Mix the Salad and Dressing: Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Enhance the Flavor: Drizzle additional pickle juice over the salad and toss gently.
  6. Chill and Settle: Cover and chill for at least 2 hours for flavors to meld.
  7. Final Touches Before Serving: Stir gently, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be prepared a day in advance, making it ready to serve at events.

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