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Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad Recipe

Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad

Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad. This unique dish combines the crunchiness of dill pickles and the savory richness of bacon with the comfort of pasta, making it a perfect side dish or a light main course.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 325
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Salad
  • 8 oz pasta elbow macaroni or rotini
  • 6 slices bacon cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup dill pickles diced
  • 0.5 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp dill pickle juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and Pepper
  • Fresh Dill for Garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Mixing Spoon or Spatula
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Refrigerator-safe Container

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of your chosen pasta (elbow macaroni or rotini) and cook according to package instructions until al dente. This usually takes about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Once the pasta is cooked, drain it using a colander. Rinse the pasta under cold water to cool it down.
  3. Step 3: While the pasta is cooking, cook 6 slices of bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess grease and crumble it.
  4. Step 4: Dice 1 cup of dill pickles and finely chop 1/2 cup of red onion.
  5. Step 5: In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of sour cream, 2 tablespoons of dill pickle juice, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Whisk until smooth.
  6. Step 6: In your large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, crumbled bacon, diced dill pickles, and chopped red onion. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  7. Step 7: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to a refrigerator-safe container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  8. Step 8: Once chilled, give the salad a quick toss before serving. If desired, garnish with fresh dill.

Notes

You can prepare the salad a day ahead, and it stores well in the refrigerator.