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Zesty Creamy Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad for Summer Fun

Zesty Creamy Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad for Summer Fun

Enjoy a refreshing Zesty Creamy Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad for Summer Fun, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups
Calories 350 kcal

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
Keyword creamy pasta salad, dill pickle salad, macaroni salad, summer salad, zesty salad
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