Description

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a unique twist on the classic pasta salad, combining creamy dressing, tangy dill pickles, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh dill. This dish is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a side for dinner.

Ingredients

½ pound medium shells (about 3 cups)

¾ cup sliced pickles

⅔ cup diced cheddar cheese

3 tablespoons minced white onion

2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

½ cup dill pickle juice

For the dressing:

⅔ cup mayonnaise

⅓ cup sour cream

⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

4 tablespoons dill pickle juice

Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Boil pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Toss the cold pasta with about ½ cup of pickle juice and set aside for 5 minutes. Drain and discard the pickle juice.
In a small bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, sour cream, cayenne pepper, pickle juice, and salt and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
In a large bowl, combine the pasta, sliced pickles, diced cheddar cheese, minced onion, and fresh dill. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss everything together.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For added protein, you can mix in cooked chicken.
For a vegan version, swap the mayonnaise and sour cream for vegan alternatives and plant-based cheese.
Add extra veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers for more crunch.
If you enjoy spicy food, add chopped jalapeños or chili flakes to the dressing.
This salad is even better the next day after the flavors have had time to meld together.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg