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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad That Will Wow Your Summer Guests

This flavorful Dill Pickle Pasta Salad combines crunchy pickles, fresh dill, and savory cheese, making it a perfect summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Shell Pasta or elbow macaroni or rotini as substitutes
  • 2 cups Dill Pickles chopped; bread-and-butter pickles can be used for sweetness
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded; Colby Jack can be a milder alternative
  • 4 scallions Green Onions sliced; regular onions can be used for a stronger bite
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt as a healthier substitute
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can be omitted or replaced with more mayo
  • 1/2 cup Dill Pickle Juice preferably from the pickle jar
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill or less dried dill if needed
  • 1 tsp Celery Seed finely chopped celery can be used
  • to taste Black Pepper adjust to personal preference

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • colander
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the shell pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Combine the cooled pasta, chopped dill pickles, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, dill pickle juice, and fresh dill until smooth. Add celery seed and black pepper, mixing well.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir to coat evenly.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Stir before serving and enjoy as a refreshing side!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is a crowd-pleaser that can be made ahead for convenience. Letting it chill enhances the flavor.

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