🥗 Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

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Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

📝 Description

This creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is loaded with tender rotini pasta, cheddar cheese, crunchy pickles, red onion, and a tangy homemade dressing. It’s the perfect side dish for BBQs, potlucks, picnics, or family dinners.

🥒 Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 12 oz (340g) rotini pasta
  • 1½ cups dill pickles, sliced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

For the Dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup pickle juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Pasta

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Cook rotini according to package directions until al dente.
  • Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Let cool completely.

2️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients

  • Slice the dill pickles.
  • Cube the cheddar cheese.
  • Thinly slice the red onion.
  • Chop the fresh dill.

3️⃣ Make the Dressing

  • In a large bowl, whisk together:
    • Mayonnaise
    • Sour cream
    • Pickle juice
    • Garlic powder
    • Black pepper
  • Mix until smooth and creamy.

4️⃣ Assemble the Salad

  • Add cooled pasta to the dressing.
  • Stir in pickles, cheese, red onion, and dill.
  • Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

5️⃣ Chill

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • This allows the flavors to blend together.

6️⃣ Serve

  • Give the salad a quick stir before serving.
  • Garnish with extra dill and pickle slices if desired.

💡 Tips

  • Add diced cooked bacon for extra flavor.
  • Use sharp cheddar cheese for a richer taste.
  • If the salad thickens after chilling, stir in a splash of pickle juice.

❓ Q&A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes! It tastes even better after chilling overnight.

Q: How long does it last?
A: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Q: Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream?
A: Absolutely! Greek yogurt works great.

🍽️ Servings

  • Serves: 6–8

🥗 Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)

  • Calories: 340
  • Protein: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fat: 21g
  • Fiber: 2g

✨ Creamy, tangy, cheesy, and packed with pickle flavor—this pasta salad is always a crowd favorite! 🥒🧀🍝

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