Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
A refreshing and creamy pasta salad that combines tangy dill pickles and sharp cheddar cheese with cellentani pasta for a delightful dish perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Pasta and Vegetables
- 12 ounces Cellentani pasta This unique twisty shape holds onto the sauce beautifully.
- 1 cup Dill pickles, chopped The star of the show with a tangy and crunchy texture.
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, chopped Adds a rich, creamy element.
- 1/4 cup Fresh dill, chopped Enhances the flavor of the salad.
Creamy Dressing
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise The creamy base for the dressing.
- 1/2 cup Sour cream Adds extra creaminess and tang.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the cellentani pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, chop the dill pickles and sharp cheddar cheese into bite-sized pieces.
- Once the pasta is finished cooking, drain it and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped dill pickles, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh dill, then toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
- Pour the creamy dressing over the pasta salad mixture, and toss to coat evenly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- When ready to serve, taste and adjust seasoning with more pickles or salt if needed.
Notes
For a tangier flavor, mix in some dill pickle juice with the dressing. It's also great as a make-ahead dish because the flavors improve after sitting.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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