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Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad

A creamy pasta salad bursting with tangy pickle flavor, smoky bacon, and fresh veggies, perfect for gatherings or as a side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

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
For the Salad
  • 8 slices Bacon Provides smoky, crispy texture
  • 8 ounces Short Pasta Acts as the main ingredient
  • 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

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil your short pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle brine, mustard, kosher salt, and sugar. Stir well until smooth.
  4. Toss in the cooked pasta, chopped bacon, pickles, mini cucumbers, cheese, red onions, and fresh dill. Stir everything until well-coated.
  5. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Chill in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

Notes

Let it chill in the fridge for at least an hour to enhance the flavors. Serve in a clear bowl for a beautiful presentation. Keep in mind to add bacon just before serving for optimal crispness.