Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a vibrant and tangy dish that brings a refreshing twist to your summer gatherings. This creamy salad, featuring the delightful crunch of dill pickles, is a perfect companion for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners. Its unique combination of flavors and textures ensures it will be a crowd-pleaser. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins, this pasta salad is not only delicious but also an ideal option for meal prep—just chill it in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow pasta
- 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
- 1 cup diced cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sliced dill pickles
- 3 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped white onion
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon Sriracha (or hot sauce)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta with half of the dill pickle juice and let sit for 5 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, remaining pickle juice, Sriracha, salt, pepper, and chopped dill until smooth.
- Combine the pasta with diced cheese, sliced pickles, chopped dill, and onion in a large bowl. Toss with dressing until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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