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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad: A Creamy, Crunchy Summer Delight

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad combines creamy and tangy flavors, making it a perfect summer side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 29 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces elbow pasta cook until al dente
  • 1/2 cup dill pickle juice use straight from the jar
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise light versions can be used
  • 1/2 cup sour cream for a luscious dressing
  • 1/4 cup dill pickle juice
  • to taste Sriracha (or other hot sauce) optional for a kick
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Salad Mix
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese or Colby Jack, Pepper Jack
  • 1 cup sliced dill pickles for crunch
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/4 cup white onion finely chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • whisk
  • Serving Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water, add the pasta, and cook for 7-9 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Marinate the Pasta: Combine drained pasta with dill pickle juice and let it sit for 5 minutes, then drain again.
  3. Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, dill pickle juice, Sriracha, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix pasta with cheese, dill pickles, dill, and onion.
  5. Mix with the Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and fold until evenly coated.
  6. Chill Before Serving: Cover and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 4 hours. Customize by adding proteins like ham or eggs.

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