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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a tangy and refreshing twist on the classic pasta salad, featuring the bold flavor of dill pickles mixed with creamy dressing and crunchy vegetables. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make salad is a crowd-pleaser that pickle and pasta salad lovers will adore!

Ingredients

  • 8 oz elbow macaroni or any small pasta

  • 1 cup dill pickles, chopped (plus some pickle juice)

  • 1 cup celery, diced

  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

  • 1 tablespoon pickle juice (from the jar of pickles)

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • Fresh dill (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.

  • Prepare the vegetables and pickles: While the pasta cools, chop the dill pickles, dice the celery, and finely chop the red onion.

  • Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

  • Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped dill pickles, diced celery, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture and stir gently to combine.

  • Chill the salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and gives the salad time to chill.

  • Serve: Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and garnish with fresh dill if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

For a tangier version, adjust the amount of pickle juice in the dressing.To make it spicier, add diced jalapeños, cayenne pepper, or a dash of hot sauce to the dressing.For a lighter version, substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or sour cream.You can add other veggies like bell peppers or peas for more texture.

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