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Simple Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Simple Dill Pickle Pasta Salad That Will Brighten Your BBQ

This Simple Dill Pickle Pasta Salad combines tangy dill pickles with creamy dressing, making it the ideal refreshing side for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Can substitute with penne or bow ties.
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles Sweet pickles can be used if milder flavors are preferred.
  • 1 cup Colby Jack Cheese Cheddar or mozzarella can be swapped.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill Substitute dried dill at 1/3 the amount.
  • 1/2 cup White Onion Green onions can be used for milder taste.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt offers a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Full-fat recommended for rich flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Dill Pickle Brine Add extra for a stronger flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the Simple Dill Pickle Pasta Salad. Dice the Colby Jack cheese and dill pickles into small pieces, and mince the white onion finely.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the rotini pasta for about 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  3. Transfer the drained pasta to a large mixing bowl, pour in dill pickle brine, and stir gently to absorb flavor.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, remaining dill pickle brine, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Add diced pickles, Colby Jack cheese, and minced onion to the brined pasta. Fold in the creamy dressing gently.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, let the salad chill overnight before serving.

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