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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad


  • Author: Emily Carter
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is the ultimate quick side dish for summer gatherings, potlucks, or even an easy dinner. Bursting with tangy dill pickles, creamy dressing, sharp cheddar, and herby goodness, it’s a crunchy, creamy twist on classic pasta salad. Perfect for fans of bold flavors and simple prep, this easy recipe doubles as a quick lunch or a unique addition to your collection of picnic and BBQ food ideas.


Ingredients

8 oz rotini pasta

1 cup chopped dill pickles

1 cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese

1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup sour cream

2 tablespoons pickle juice

2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8–9 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

2. While pasta cooks, chop dill pickles and cheddar cheese into bite-sized pieces. Slice red onion thinly and chop fresh dill.

3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, pickles, cheese, red onion, and dill. Pour the dressing over and toss until well coated.

5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

6. Stir before serving, garnish with extra dill or pickles if desired, and taste for seasoning.

Notes

Use fresh dill for best flavor—dried works in a pinch, just reduce the quantity.

Make it a day ahead to let the flavors fully develop.

Rinse pasta with cold water immediately after cooking to avoid clumping.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

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