DILL PICKLE PASTA SALAD

Here’s a tangy and creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad recipe:

Ingredients:

• 3 cups rotini or elbow pasta, cooked and cooled
• 1 cup dill pickles, chopped
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 cup dill pickle juice (for soaking pasta)

Dressing:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp dill pickle juice
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and immediately toss it with 1/2 cup dill pickle juice while it’s still warm. Let the pasta sit in the pickle juice for about 5-10 minutes to absorb the flavor. Drain the juice afterward and set the pasta aside to cool completely.
2. Prepare the ingredients: Chop the dill pickles, cube the cheddar cheese, finely chop the red onion, and fresh dill.
3. Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (or yogurt), dill pickle juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using.
4. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped pickles, cheddar cheese, red onion, and fresh dill.
5. Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat all the ingredients well.
6. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a perfect mix of tangy, creamy, and crunchy. It’s a great side dish for picnics, BBQs, or any casual meal!