Dill Pickle Pasta Salad Refreshing and Flavorful Dish

Ingredients

• 8 ounces rotini or fusilli pasta
• 1 cup dill pickles, diced
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 Prise salt (optional)
• 1 Prise pepper (optional)
• 1 bunch fresh dill, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool down the pasta.
2. While the pasta is cooking, chop the dill pickles, red onion, green bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes.
3. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, dill pickle juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
4. In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled pasta, diced dill pickles, chopped onion, diced bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
5. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Before serving, give it a good stir, garnish with fresh dill, and serve chilled or at room temperature.