Description

Experience the irresistible flavor of Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad. With tender pasta, dill pickles, and creamy dressing, it’s a quick and satisfying dish that’s ideal for family dinners or potlucks.

Ingredients

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4 cups cooked small shell pasta, cooled
1 cup dill pickle slices, chopped
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill

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Instructions

Cook the shell pasta according to package instructions until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water until cooled completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped dill pickles, and cubed cheddar cheese.
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and dill pickle juice until smooth.
Stir the fresh chopped dill into the dressing mixture.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance the flavor.
Garnish with extra chopped pickles and fresh dill before serving, if desired.

Notes

For a twist, add diced red onions or bell peppers for extra crunch.
This salad can be prepared a day in advance for better flavor fusion.
Adjust the amount of dill pickle juice according to your taste preference.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 23g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 10mg