Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
If you love bold flavors and creamy pasta salads, this Simple Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is about to become your new favorite! It’s packed with crunchy dill pickles, smooth dressing, and tender pasta all tossed together for a refreshing, tangy bite that’s perfect for picnics, BBQs, and potlucks.
Why You’ll Love It:
Bursting with tangy pickle flavor for a zesty twist on classic pasta salad.
Creamy yet balanced, thanks to a mix of mayo and sour cream.
Perfect make-ahead dish flavors deepen as it chills.
Ideal for gatherings serves a crowd and travels well.
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
1 box (16 oz) rotini noodles
2 cups chopped small dill pickles
8 oz Colby Jack cheese, diced
1 small white onion, minced
1/3 cup dill pickle brine
For the Creamy Dill Dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup dill pickle liquid
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Directions:
Boil rotini noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped dill pickles, diced cheese, and minced onion.
In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle liquid, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy cold for the best flavor and texture!
Health Benefits:
Dill pickles support digestion and gut health with probiotics.
Fresh dill adds antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
Colby Jack cheese provides calcium and protein for a balanced bite.
Sour cream and mayo create a satisfying texture without heavy cooking.
Nutritional Info (per serving):
Prep Time: 15 mins
Chill: 1 hour
Total: 1 hr 15 mins
Calories: ~300 kcal
Servings: 8
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad, Creamy Pasta Salad, Summer Salads, Picnic Food
Make this Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad for your next BBQ or picnic! A tangy, creamy, and refreshing side dish bursting with dill pickle flavor perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare ahead.