Zesty Simple Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
A refreshing pasta salad bursting with the vibrant flavors of dill pickles, creamy dressing, and tender pasta, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Rotini Pasta
- 1 cup Dill Pickles
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill
- 1/2 cup White Onion
- 1 cup Colby Jack Cheese
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 1/3 cup Dill Pickle Brine
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add rotini pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and Rinse: Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to cool it down.
- Prep the Other Ingredients: Dice dill pickles and onions into bite-sized pieces, and chop fresh dill if using.
- Mix the Dressing: Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and dill pickle brine in a mixing bowl and stir until well mixed.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled pasta, chopped pickles, onions, cheese, and fresh dill to the bowl and gently mix.
- Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy: Stir before serving and garnish as desired.
Notes
Perfect for picnics and barbecues. This recipe can be customized with various ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta salad, summer recipes, dill pickles, picnic food, side dish