Ingredients
– 8 ounces of elbow macaroni
– ½ cup of cooked bacon, crumbled
– 1 cup of dill pickles, diced
– ½ cup of red onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
– ½ cup of mayonnaise
– ¼ cup of sour cream
– 2 tablespoons of dill pickle juice
– 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Dill Pickle Bacon Pasta Salad is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. Prepare the Bacon: While the pasta cooks, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and let it cool before crumbling into pieces.
3. Mix the Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced dill pickles, chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
4. Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, dill pickle juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled macaroni and crumbled bacon to the vegetable mixture. Pour the dressing over the top and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
6. Chill (Optional): Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. This step is optional but enhances the taste.
7. Serve: Before serving, give the salad a good toss. Garnish with fresh dill if desired.
These easy-to-follow steps will guide you in creating this incredible pasta salad effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 10g