Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the tangy flavors of dill pickles and creamy dressing, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings, picnics, or barbecues. This easy-to-make pasta salad combines elbow pasta with fresh ingredients like cheddar cheese and dill, resulting in a delightful medley of taste and texture. Perfect for meal prep, you can prepare it ahead of time and let it chill to enhance the flavors. Whether served as a side dish or a light main course, Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is sure to be a hit at any event.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces elbow pasta
- 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (small diced)
- 1 cup sliced dill pickles
- 3 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons white onion (finely chopped)
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon Sriracha (or other 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 cooked pasta with half of the dill pickle juice and let it sit for 5 minutes before draining again.
- In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, remaining dill pickle juice, Sriracha, salt, pepper, and fresh dill until smooth.
- Combine drained pasta with diced cheddar cheese, sliced pickles, chopped dill, and onion. Toss well with the dressing until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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