Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

WHY MAKE THIS RECIPE?

If you are a pickle lover, this Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is for YOU! It is creamy, flavorful and crunchy all in a single bite. This is a great, quick recipe to throw together for summer gatherings.

INGREDIENTS Large pasta shells Dill pickles  Cheddar cheese Mayonnaise Cream cheese  Pickle juice Fresh dill  Salt & Pepper Garlic powder

STEP 1

Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.

Add cooked pasta to a large mixing bowl along with pickles and cheese chunks.

STEP 2

In a bowl combine mayonnaise and cream cheese. Stir until smooth. Pour contents in the bowl and toss until evenly coated.

STEP 3

Add pickle juice, fresh dill, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Mix well, cover tightly and refrigerate until ready to serve.

STEP 4

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RECIPE TIP

For a lighter recipe, use light mayo and replace the cream cheese with either a light sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Best options for cheese are medium or sharp cheddar. Other good options: colby jack, muenster and pepperjack.

RECIPE TIP

For an added crunch, consider adding a bunch of sliced green onions to the pasta salad.

RECIPE NOTE

Enjoy pasta salad with Instant Pot Pulled Pork sandwiches!

RECIPE NOTE

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