Simple Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
A delightful twist on traditional pasta salad, featuring crunchy dill pickles, creamy cheese, and hearty rotini noodles, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Pasta and Main Ingredients
- 1 box (16 oz) rotini noodles
- 2 cups chopped small dill pickles
- 8 oz colby jack cheese, diced
- 1 small white onion, minced
Dressings and Seasonings
- 1/3 cup brine from dill pickles
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the rotini noodles according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped dill pickles, diced colby jack cheese, and minced onion.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the brine, mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh dill, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Add the cooled noodles to the pickle mixture and pour the dressing over it. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra zest. Feel free to swap in your favorite cheese or add diced peppers. This salad is great for sharing at potlucks or large gatherings.