dill pickle pasta salad
A refreshing and tangy pasta salad featuring dill pickles, creamy dressing, and fresh vegetables, perfect for picnics and potlucks.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz rotini pasta or any pasta of choice
Vegetables
- 1 cup diced dill pickles
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup chopped bell pepper any color
Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp dill pickle juice
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper to taste
Garnish
- 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
Instructions
Cook Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
Prepare Dressing
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, dill pickle juice, dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced dill pickles, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
Serve
- Garnish with fresh dill and serve immediately, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
This pasta salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg