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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad: A Tangy Twist for Summer Fun

A refreshing Dill Pickle Pasta Salad combining rotini, crunchy dill pickles, and creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Noodles Can substitute with penne, bow ties, or shells
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles Chopped into small pieces
  • 1 cup Colby Jack Cheese Diced into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 medium White Onion Minced
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Brine from Dill Pickles Can be swapped with pickle juice
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can replace for healthier option
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can be replaced with more mayo or dairy-free alternatives
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill Dried dill may be used if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the rotini noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain the noodles in a colander, then rinse them with cold water to halt the cooking process and prevent mushiness.
  2. Transfer the cooled rotini noodles to a large mixing bowl. Pour in 1/3 cup of dill pickle brine, stirring gently to ensure the pasta absorbs the tangy flavor. Allow the noodles to sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. Chop the dill pickles into small, uniform pieces, and dice the Colby Jack cheese into bite-sized cubes. Then, mince the white onion finely.
  4. After the noodles have absorbed the pickle brine, drain any excess liquid if necessary. Add the chopped dill pickles, diced cheese, and minced onion to the bowl with the noodles. Gently fold the ingredients together until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, remaining pickle brine, freshly chopped dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  6. Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta mixture and stir gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the Dill Pickle Pasta Salad for at least 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

The salad can be made a day in advance for deeper flavor. It improves over time in the fridge.

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