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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Published by Meaghan on April 24, 2020 | last updated on May 5, 2022.

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Dill pickle pasta salad combines briny pickles with cubes of cheddar cheese and a creamy dressing to make a yummy side dish. This creamy pasta salad recipe will be the hit of any spring or summer meal.

Pasta salad is hands down one of the best warm weather foods.

And because I adore dill pickles and love to make things like dill pickle dip and dill pickle chicken salad, you know I can’t get enough of this dill pickle pasta salad.

And neither can my family!

Ingredients in Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Pasta salad recipes can include a variety of ingredients.

You can find pasta salads with almost any combination of pasta, veggies, and meats. Some have vinaigrette dressings and others are creamy.

This dill pickle pasta salad is a creamy pasta salad with only a small handful of ingredients.

To make this pasta salad recipe you need:

  • pasta
  • pickle juice
  • dill pickles
  • a block of sharp cheddar cheese
  • a small white onion
  • mayonnaise
  • sour cream
  • dried dill
  • salt and pepper

How to Make Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Like most pasta salads, this variation is very easy to make.
Start by cooking the pasta, according to the package directions. Once the pasta is done, strain and run the pasta under cold water until it’s all cooled to the touch. Then, transfer the cooled, cooked pasta to a large mixing bowl.
Pour the pickle juice over top, and gently toss to combine. Then set it aside while you chop the pickles, dice the onions and cube the cheese.
After you chop the veggies and cube the cheese, you can add add them into the bowl with the pasta and toss gently to combine.
Then in a separate small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients until they are combined. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and gently toss again.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to two hours prior to serving.

Tips and Tricks to Make the Best Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

This pasta salad recipe is a winner. Follow these suggestions to make sure it’s delicious each and every time you make it.

    • Any smaller thicker pasta shape will work in this recipe. If you don’t have rotini, you could substitute ziti, penne or even macaroni noodles.
    • You can be make it ahead of time, but it will not be as creamy. The dressing thickens when refrigerated.
    • I prefer a nice crisp pickle for this salad like refrigerated Claussen’s pickles.
    • Do not use Miracle Whip! For best results, use a good full fat mayo. I recommend Hellman’s or Dukes.

Looking for Other Pasta Salad Recipes? Try these:

This pasta salad recipe is a crowd pleaser in our house. Put it on your meal plan and see why we love it so much!

Looking for other pasta salad recipes? Try these:

  • Aunt Gert’s Sweet Macaroni Salad
  • Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
  • Crunchy Doritos Taco Pasta Salad

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dill pickle pasta salad in a white pyrex bowl

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Dill pickle pasta salad combines briny pickles with cubes of cheddar cheese and a creamy dressing to make a yummy side dish. This creamy pasta salad recipe will be the hit of any spring or summer meal. 
4.75 from 8 votes
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Course: Pasta, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 296kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb rotini pasta
  • 1/3 cup dill pickle juice
  • 2 cups chopped dill pickles Claussen recommended
  • 1 8 oz block sharp cheddar cheese diced
  • 1 small white onion minced

For The Dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1 tbsp dried dill
  • salt & pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • Cook the pasta, according to the package directions, in boiling salted water. Once al dente, strain and run the pasta under cold water until it's all cooled to the touch.
  • Transfer the cooled, cooked pasta to a large mixing bowl. Pour the pickle juice over top, and gently toss to combine. Set aside.
  • While the pasta's sitting, you can chop your pickles, dice the onion, and cube the cheese.
  • In a separate, small mixing bowl- whisk together all the dressing ingredients. Pour the whipped dressing out over the pasta.
  • Toss everything to combine. Serve as is, or cover and refrigerate for two hours before serving chilled.

Notes

recipe adapted from Together As Family

Nutrition

Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 535mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. chefkreso says

    April 24, 2020 at 5:00 pm

    5 stars
    The salad looks really refreshing and tasty, thanks for sharing!

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  2. frugal hausfrau says

    April 28, 2020 at 6:56 pm

    Such a classic! Makes me feel like I’m back on the farm!!

    Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday!

    Mollie

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  3. NaynBill says

    June 7, 2021 at 6:57 pm

    I love this recipe! I make it all the time but I do double the dressing so it doesn’t get dried out.

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    • 4sonsrus says

      June 7, 2021 at 10:01 pm

      Doubling the dressing is a great idea, especially if you want to make it ahead of time. Pasta always soaks up so much sauce!

      Reply

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