Description
This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is creamy, crunchy, and full of bold pickle flavor. With crisp pickles, cheddar cheese, fresh dill, and a tangy dressing, it’s the ultimate summer side dish that brings a punch of flavor to any cookout or potluck.
Ingredients
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12 oz rotini or elbow pasta
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1 cup chopped dill pickles
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½ cup pickle juice (divided)
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¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup red onion, finely diced
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½ cup mayonnaise
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½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: chopped celery or bacon bits for crunch
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook pasta: Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and toss with ¼ cup pickle juice. Let cool completely.
2️⃣ Mix dressing: In a bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, the remaining ¼ cup pickle juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Combine salad: In a large bowl, combine pasta, chopped pickles, onion, and cheese. Pour dressing over and mix well to coat.
4️⃣ Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
5️⃣ Serve: Garnish with extra dill and serve cold.
Notes
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Pickle lovers: Add a splash more juice or extra chopped pickles for more zing.
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Make ahead: Best when made a few hours ahead or even the night before.
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Lighter version: Use light mayo and Greek yogurt to reduce calories without losing creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min