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Classic Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad Recipe

Classic Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes (plus chilling)
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A classic dill pickle macaroni salad recipe that combines the tangy crunch of dill pickles with creamy mayo dressing, perfect for picnics and BBQs.


Ingredients

Macaroni:

2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked;

Dill Pickles:

3/4 cup chopped dill pickles;

Celery:

1/2 cup finely chopped celery;

Red Onion:

1/4 cup finely chopped red onion;

Fresh Dill:

2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill;

Mayonnaise:

3/4 cup mayonnaise;

Pickle Juice:

1 tablespoon pickle juice;

Dijon Mustard:

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard;

Seasonings:

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to taste.


Instructions

  1. Cook Macaroni: Boil macaroni until al dente, then rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare Dressing: Whisk mayo, pickle juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix Ingredients: Combine macaroni, dill pickles, celery, red onion, and dill in the dressing.
  4. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

  • For extra tang, add chopped bread and butter pickles or more pickle juice.
  • This salad is ideal for preparing ahead for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg