Description
This Macaroni Salad with Pickles Recipe is a creamy and tangy side dish perfect for potlucks and barbecues. The combination of dill pickles, red onion, and a flavorful dressing makes this pasta salad a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for boiling)
- 3/4 cup chopped dill pickles
- 1/4 cup pickle juice
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 celery stalks (finely diced)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Boil water with salt, cook macaroni till al dente, drain, and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the Salad: Combine macaroni, pickles, red onion, celery, and parsley in a bowl.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, garlic powder, pepper, and salt.
- Combine and Chill: Pour dressing over salad, mix well, adjust seasoning, chill for 30 minutes.
Notes
- Try with sweet pickles for a sweeter taste.
- Great for making ahead and ideal for potlucks.
- Enhance with chopped hard-boiled eggs for added protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
