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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Delicious Dill Pickle Pasta Salad That’s Perfect for Summer Fun

A vibrant Dill Pickle Pasta Salad perfect for summer gatherings, combining rotini, dill pickles, and creamy dressing for a refreshing delight.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta can substitute with penne or bow ties
For the Salad
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles chopped
  • 1 cup Colby Jack Cheese diced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill chopped
  • 1 small White Onion minced
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream full-fat for best texture
  • 1/4 cup Dill Pickle Brine

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • colander
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare all ingredients by dicing cheese, mincing onion, and chopping pickles. Measure fresh dill.
  2. Cook rotini pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. While warm, pour dill pickle brine over pasta and stir gently, letting it soak in for about 5 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Add the rinsed pasta, pickles, cheese, and onion into the bowl with the dressing and fold gently to combine.
  6. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added freshness, consider adding cherry tomatoes or bell peppers. Rinse pasta immediately after cooking to maintain texture.

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