Dill Pickle Pasta Salad (Printable Recipe)
Pasta salad with pickles, bacon, and ranch dressing. Bold, flavorful, and perfect for potlucks.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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12 oz rotini pasta
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8 oz medium cheddar cheese, diced
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2 cups dill pickles, diced
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1 packet ranch dressing seasoning mix
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1 cup mayonnaise
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0.5 cup sour cream
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1 cup dill pickle juice
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0.5 cup cooked bacon, chopped
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1 tsp dried dill weed
# Steps to Follow:
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Boil rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
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In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, and ranch dressing seasoning until smooth.
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Dice cheddar cheese and dill pickles into uniform pieces. Chop cooked bacon into small bits.
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In a large mixing bowl, add cooled pasta, diced cheese, pickles, bacon, and dressing. Toss thoroughly to coat.
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Sprinkle dill weed over the salad. Toss again and adjust seasoning or pickle juice to taste.
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Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours to allow flavors to meld and dressing to absorb.
# Extra Tips:
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Chilling the salad enhances flavor and allows the pasta to absorb the dressing fully.
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Use freshly shredded block cheese for better texture and melt resistance.
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Good quality dill pickles and juice significantly affect the final flavor.