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Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad: A Tangy Twist for Your Next BBQ

Close-up of creamy dill pickle pasta salad made with rotini pasta, chunks of pickle, and topped with shredded cheddar cheese.
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Create the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish with this creamy dill pickle pasta salad. It features tender rotini, sharp cheddar cheese, and crunchy pickles tossed in a zesty, homemade dressing. This easy recipe is perfect for potlucks and summer cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound rotini pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups dill pickles, chopped
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ranch seasoning mix
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse immediately with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down. Set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, prepare the creamy dressing. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, dill pickle juice, Dijon mustard, dried dill weed, and ranch seasoning mix. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped dill pickles, cubed cheddar cheese, finely chopped celery, and red onion.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together until the pasta and mix-ins are evenly coated.
  5. If using, fold in the crumbled bacon.
  6. Cover the bowl and chill the dill pickle pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. This allows the flavors to blend.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving cold.

Notes

  • Make this ahead! This salad tastes even better when prepared a day in advance, giving the pickles time to flavor the dressing.
  • For extra tang, add a splash more pickle juice to the dressing.
  • If you prefer a lighter dressing, substitute half of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.

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