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Creamy Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad in a serving bowl with fresh herbs

Creamy Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad

A tangy and creamy macaroni salad featuring dill pickles, perfect for summer gatherings and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Dressing
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup dill pickles, chopped Use dill spears or bread-and-butter pickles for mild sweetness.
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Full-fat recommended for creaminess.
  • ¼ cup sour cream Use full-fat for the best texture.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp dill weed, dried Fresh dill can be substituted.
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • optional Chopped green onions for garnish Fresh herbs like chives make a nice addition.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, dill weed, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the cooled macaroni and chopped dill pickles to the dressing and mix until well combined.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
  5. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For added brightness, you can include drained pickle juice. Make-ahead and store in an airtight container for 3-4 days.