Description
This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is the ultimate summer side dish! Creamy, tangy, and loaded with crunchy pickles, cheddar cheese, and fresh dill, it’s perfect for BBQs, picnics, or a quick lunch.
Ingredients
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12 oz rotini pasta
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1 ½ cups chopped dill pickles
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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⅓ cup sliced green onions
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1 cup mayonnaise
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½ cup pickle juice
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1 tablespoon fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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Optional: ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
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Cook rotini pasta until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
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Combine cooked pasta, chopped pickles, cheddar cheese, and green onions in a large bowl.
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Whisk together mayonnaise, pickle juice, dill, and seasonings until smooth.
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Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
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Chill for at least 1 hour. Stir before serving and garnish with extra dill or cheese.
Notes
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For a lighter option, use Greek yogurt instead of mayo.
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Gluten-free pasta works perfectly here.
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Spice it up with diced jalapeños for a zesty twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: creamy dill pasta salad, tangy pasta salad recipe, dill pickle macaroni salad, pickle pasta side dish