Zesty Creamy Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad for Summer Fun
Enjoy a refreshing Zesty Creamy Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad for Summer Fun, perfect for gatherings.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- large mixing bowl
- colander
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Can substitute with elbow macaroni or small shells
For the Creamy Dressing
- 1 cup Mayonnaise Light mayo can be used for a healthier version
- ½ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be substituted
- ¼ cup Dill Pickle Juice More can be added to taste
For the Salad
- 1 cup Mini Dill Pickles Consider using spicy or bread-and-butter pickles
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Can be substituted with milder cheddar or pepper jack
- ½ cup Red Onion Shallots can be used as a substitute
- ¼ cup Fresh Dill 1 teaspoon of dried dill can be used if fresh is unavailable
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Boil the rotini pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool it down.
- While waiting for the pasta, cube the sharp cheddar cheese, and chop the mini dill pickles and the red onion.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, dill pickle juice, fresh dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, toss the cooled pasta, cheese, chopped pickles, and red onion. Pour the dressing over and fold together.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Notes
This salad is perfect for summer gatherings and can be customized with additional vegetables or different types of pickles.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
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