Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a creamy, tangy, and crunchy side dish that combines pasta with dill pickles, cheddar cheese, and a pickle-juice infused dressing. It’s a refreshing twist perfect for BBQs, picnics, and casual meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
12 oz elbow macaroni or rotini pasta
1 cup dill pickles, chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, cubed or shredded
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
1/4 cup dill pickle juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop pickles, onion, dill, and cube cheese.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (if using), pickle juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine pasta, pickles, cheese, onion, and dill in a large bowl. Pour dressing over and toss to coat.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Stir and adjust seasoning before serving if needed.
Notes
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
- Add celery or green bell pepper for extra crunch.
- Try Colby Jack or pepper jack cheese for a spicier flavor.
- Add chopped hard-boiled eggs for extra protein.
- Best served cold; not suitable for freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/dill-pickle-pasta-salad/
