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Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad

Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad: Your Next BBQ Star!

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad—a perfect dish for summer gatherings, bursting with tangy pickles and crispy bacon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can be replaced with Greek yogurt or vegan sour cream.
  • 1/4 cup Pickle Brine Adjust based on desired tartness.
  • 2 tablespoons Yellow Mustard Dijon can add a sophisticated twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt works as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Adjust or omit based on preference.
For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Short Pasta Try macaroni, rotini, or penne.
  • 1 cup Bacon Substitute with turkey bacon or tempeh bacon if desired.
  • 1 cup Pickles Opt for crisp dill pickles.
  • 1 cup Mini Cucumbers Regular cucumbers can also be used.
  • 1 cup Mild Cheese Replace with feta for a tangy flavor boost.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onions Green onions can be used for a milder option.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Dried dill can be substituted, but use less.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Use freshly cracked pepper for added flavor.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a cold skillet, place the bacon strips and heat over medium-high until crispy, about 8-10 minutes; drain and set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the short pasta until al dente (7-9 minutes). Drain and let cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle brine, yellow mustard, kosher salt, and sugar until smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, pickles, mini cucumbers, cheese, red onions, and crispy bacon. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
  5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add a sprinkle of fresh dill on top before serving for an extra pop of flavor. This salad is best enjoyed fresh, so consider making just enough for your gathering.

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