Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
This dill pickle macaroni pasta salad is a creamy, tangy summer pasta salad recipe made with elbow macaroni, dill pickles, cheddar cheese, and a flavorful homemade dressing that is perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and easy family dinners. If you are looking for the best dill pickle pasta salad or a simple macaroni salad recipe to bring to a cookout, this crowd-pleasing side dish is packed with bold pickle flavor and comes together with easy ingredients.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1 cup avocado mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black ground pepper
- 1 cup diced dill pickles
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup carrots shaved
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, dill pickle juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked and cooled macaroni to the bowl of dressing. Stir in diced dill pickles, red onion, celery, and chopped fresh dill. For those who enjoy a hint of sweetness, you can also add chopped sweet bread and butter pickles at this stage.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. Before serving, give it a gentle stir and taste for seasoning. Add more salt and pepper if needed.
- Storage Instructions: Dill Pickle Macaroni Pasta Salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If it becomes a bit dry after refrigeration, you can revive it by adding a spoonful of mayonnaise and gently tossing before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 36.8gProtein: 11.4gFat: 17.1gCholesterol: 41.2mgSodium: 736.5mgPotassium: 178.4mgFiber: 2.1gSugar: 2.1g
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