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Tangy Pickle Pasta Salad Recipe

Tangy Pickle Pasta Salad Recipe

4.50 from 4 votes
A zesty and refreshing pasta salad loaded with crunchy pickles, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick summer meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 1 cup diced dill pickles about 3–4 medium pickles
  • 0.5 cup diced red onion
  • 0.5 cup diced celery
  • 0.5 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
Dressing
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup pickle juice from the jar
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Method
 

Steps
  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced pickles, red onion, celery, red bell pepper, and parsley.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, pickle juice, apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For extra crunch, add diced cucumbers or swap in sweet pickle relish. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.