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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad That's Perfect for Summer Fun

Try this Dill Pickle Pasta Salad, a refreshing, creamy dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta The spiral shape holds creamy dressing and pickle juice perfectly.
  • 1/3 cup Dill Pickle Juice Adds tang and contributes to the creamy dressing's flavor.
  • 1 cup Chopped Baby Dill Pickles Provides a satisfying crunch and robust dill flavor.
  • 1 cup Colby Jack Cheese Offers a sharp taste; cheddar can be used for a stronger flavor.
  • 1/2 cup White Onion Finely chopped adds subtle sweetness.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Forms the base of the creamy dressing.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Contributes smoothness and richness.
  • 2 tsp Dill (Fresh or Dried) Enhances the dressing's dill flavor.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to personal taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to personal taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Transfer the cooled rotini to a mixing bowl and combine with dill pickle juice; let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Chop the dill pickles, cube the cheese, and finely dice the onion.
  4. After the pasta has soaked, drain it again and add the chopped ingredients; gently fold together.
  5. Prepare the dressing by mixing mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir until well coated.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

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

Notes

Revive the dressing with a splash of pickle juice if it thickens after storage.

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