Description
This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is a tangy and creamy twist on a classic pasta salad, featuring diced dill pickles, crunchy celery, and zesty red onion all tossed in a flavorful mayonnaise and dill pickle juice dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a refreshing side dish, this salad combines simple ingredients into a deliciously unique dish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup dill pickles, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp dill pickle juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to cool it quickly, then set aside to drain thoroughly.
- Combine the salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled pasta, diced dill pickles, diced red onion, and chopped celery. Stir gently to mix all the components evenly.
- Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, dill pickle juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Combine salad and dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta mixture. Use a large spoon or spatula to fold everything together until the pasta and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill before serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and to serve the salad chilled and refreshing.
Notes
- Use your favorite pasta shape such as rotini, elbow macaroni, or shells for best texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Adjust the amount of dill pickle juice to taste depending on how tangy you like your salad.
- Make ahead and keep refrigerated for up to 2 days to allow flavors to develop even more.
- Add fresh dill or chopped parsley as a garnish for extra color and flavor.
