Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
A creamy, cheesy, tangy pasta salad packed with pickles and perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or snacky fridge raids.
Servings 8
Calories 144kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups rotini pasta
- 1 cup dill pickles diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons pickle juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cook the pasta, prep the mix-ins
- Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil. Measure out all ingredients and chop the dill if using.
- Add the 3 cups rotini pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
- Dice 1 cup dill pickles and shred 1 cup cheddar cheese if it isn’t pre-shredded.
Make the dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons pickle juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Toss and chill
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced pickles, and shredded cheese. Pour the dressing over everything and gently stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Sprinkle fresh dill over the top.
Nutrition
Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 403mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 72IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 0.4mg
