Dill Pickle Pasta Salad (TikTok Viral)
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly crunchy — this TikTok-famous Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish for summer!
Ingredients
For the Salad Elbow macaroni
- Dill pickles
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Red onion
- Celery
- Fresh dill
- Salt & black pepper
For the Creamy Dressing Mayonnaise
- Sour cream
- Pickle juice
- Dijon mustard
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Sugar
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Whisk together mayo, sour cream, pickle juice, Dijon, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Add pasta, pickles, cheese, onion, celery, and dill. Toss to coat.
- Chill for 1 hour and serve cold.
- How to Make Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
- Follow these simple steps to get the perfect creamy and tangy result:
- Cook the pasta:
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
- Mix the dressing:
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Combine ingredients:
- Add the cooled pasta, chopped pickles, red onion, celery, cheese, and fresh dill to the dressing. Toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Chill and serve:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This helps the flavors come together beautifully.
Notes
- 🥒 Flavor Boost: Use extra pickle brine in the dressing for that signature tangy kick.
- 🍝 Make Ahead: Chill for at least an hour before serving — it tastes even better as flavors blend.
- 🧀 Customize It: Add cheese cubes, ham, or bacon bits for a heartier version.