Description
A delightful pasta salad featuring crispy bacon, tangy pickles, and creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 1/4 cup Pickle Brine
- 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 8 slices Bacon
- 8 ounces Short Pasta
- 1 cup Pickles
- 1 cup Mini Cucumbers
- 1 cup Mild Cheese
- 1/2 cup Red Onions
- 1/4 cup Fresh Dill
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the short pasta. Cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Fry the Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Allow it to cool slightly, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle brine, yellow mustard, kosher salt, and sugar. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the drained pasta, crispy bacon, pickles, mini cucumbers, mild cheese, red onions, and fresh dill. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss.
- Season: Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least an hour prior to serving.
Notes
Make-ahead: Prepare a day in advance, storing bacon separately until serving. Consider using an air fryer for a healthier bacon option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg