Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad
This Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad combines creamy dressing, crunchy pickles, and crispy bacon for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
For the Dressing
- 1 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess to the salad
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream Offers tangy flavor
- 1/4 cup Pickle Brine Infuses dressing with tanginess
- 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard Enhances flavor
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Elevates taste
- 1 teaspoon Sugar Balances tanginess
Main Ingredients
- 8 slices Bacon Provides smoky, crispy texture
- 8 ounces Short Pasta Acts as the main ingredient; fusilli or elbow macaroni recommended
- 1 cup Pickles Adds refreshing crunch
- 1 cup Mini Cucumbers Contributes fresh bite
- 1 cup Mild Cheese Offers creamy texture
- 1/2 cup Red Onions Brings color and bite
- 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Adds freshness
- to taste Salt and Pepper For adjusting seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the short pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle brine, yellow mustard, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Stir until smooth.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Once the pasta is done cooking, drain and let it cool slightly. Add the pasta to the dressing, followed by the pickles, mini cucumbers, cheese, red onions, bacon, and fresh dill. Toss everything together until well coated.
Serving
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
Notes
For best results, cook pasta al dente to absorb the dressing without becoming mushy. You can make this salad a day in advance for more developed flavors.