Easy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
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Easy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
Description
This Dill Pickle Pasta Salad features cooked bowtie pasta tossed with cubed cheddar cheese, sliced dill pickles, sliced green onions, and fresh chopped dill. A dressing of mayonnaise, sour cream, dill pickle juice, whole grain mustard, and apple cider vinegar is whisked smooth and folded into the salad, coating the ingredients evenly. The farfalle pasta is cooked al dente, drained, and cooled with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking before mixing.
The salad delivers creamy and tangy flavors balanced with a touch of sharpness from the cheddar and a fresh herbal note from dill. The diced pickles add a crunchy texture and acidity that brightens the dish. It can be prepared ahead and chilled, allowing flavors to meld, making it a convenient make-ahead option for gatherings or weeknight meals.
Variety in pasta type is possible, including whole wheat or gluten-free options. Using light mayonnaise is an option to reduce fat content without compromising the creamy texture. Quick cooling methods for the pasta can save time during preparation.
Ingredients
Bowtie Pasta Salad Ingredients:
- 1 lb farfalle pasta 450g, uncooked
- 1 1/2 cups dill pickles sliced
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese cubed
- 3 green onions sliced
- 5 tablespoons dill chopped, fresh
- salt
- black pepper
Salad Dressing Ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise light
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons dill pickle juice
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard or Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad Instructions:
- Cook pasta according to packet instructions (you will want it to be al dente).
- Drain the pasta and add in a couple of teaspoons of olive oil to keep it from sticking. Allow pasta to cool.
- Meanwhile, make the dill pickle salad dressing by adding all ingredients together and whisk till smooth. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, cheese, pickles, green onions, dill, salt and pepper. Then add in the dressing and mix the dill pickle pasta salad till combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Cover the finished dill pickle pasta salad and chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- Add 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil to the drained pasta to prevent it from sticking.
- To cool cooked pasta quickly, place it briefly in the freezer before combining.
- Substitute farfalle pasta with any preferred pasta shape, including whole wheat or gluten-free varieties.
- For a lighter salad, use half-fat or light mayonnaise in the dressing instead of regular mayonnaise.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 259 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 259kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 461mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 138mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 270IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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