Ingredients
- 16 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup diced dill pickles
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup pickle juice
- 1 cup diced cheddar cheese
For the dressing:
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package instructions.
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Drain and rinse with cold water.
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In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, diced pickles, red onion, fresh dill, and cheddar cheese.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to make the dressing.
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Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly.
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Add pickle juice and stir gently to combine.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
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Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust seasoning if needed.
Dive your fork into this zesty Dill Pickle Pasta Salad and let the tangy, creamy flavors dance on your palate! It’s a perfect blend of savory and sour that’ll have pickle lovers rejoicing and convert even the skeptics. Whether you’re headed to a summer picnic or just want to liven up your lunch, this unique twist on pasta salad is sure to be a conversation starter and a new favorite!
