Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is tangy, creamy, and full of crunch. The briny dill pickles balance perfectly with tender pasta and a rich dressing, making it a standout side dish for potlucks, cookouts, or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook (after boiling pasta)
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 cups pasta (elbow macaroni, rotini, or shells), cooked and cooled
- 1 cup dill pickles, chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, cubed or shredded
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add pasta, chopped dill pickles, cheddar cheese, red onion, and fresh dill. Toss until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- Stir in chopped celery for extra crunch.
- Swap cheddar for pepper jack for a spicy variation.
- Mix in diced ham or shredded chicken for added protein.
- Refresh with a spoonful of mayo or splash of pickle juice before serving leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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