Ultimate Simple Dill Pickle Pasta Salad for a Flavorful Twist

Try this Simple Dill Pickle Pasta Salad for a deliciously tangy twist on a classic dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Chilling Time 2

Total Time 2 18

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

2 cups Rotini Pasta Penne or shells can also be used.

For the Salad Mix

1 cup Dill Pickles Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
1 4 Fresh Dill Dried dill can also substitute, use one-third amount.
1 small White Onion Minced.
1 cup Colby Jack Cheese Diced into small cubes.

For the Dressing

1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
1/2 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt is a good substitute.
1/4 cup Dill Pickle Brine Adjust to taste.
to taste Salt & Black Pepper Essential seasonings.

Equipment

large pot
colander
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Gather all ingredients, dice the Colby Jack cheese, mince the white onion, and chop the dill pickles.
Boil water with salt, and cook the rotini pasta for 7-8 minutes until al dente.
Drain the pasta and rinse under cool running water.
Pour in the dill pickle brine over the warm pasta and stir to coat.
Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, and additional dill pickle brine until smooth, then fold in fresh dill, salt, and pepper.
Combine the brined pasta with pickles, cheese, onion, and dressing, mixing gently.
Chill the pasta salad covered in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill the salad before serving and adjust seasoning as needed.

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