Best 3 Fiesta Pasta Salad With Dill Pickles Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Fiesta Pasta Salad with Dill Pickles, a vibrant and refreshing dish that bursts with flavor. This tantalizing salad combines the tangy crunch of dill pickles with a medley of colorful vegetables, succulent shrimp, and tender pasta, all tossed in a creamy and flavorful dressing. Brace yourself for an explosion of textures and tastes as you savor each bite of this fiesta-inspired creation.

**Other delectable recipes featured in the article:**

- **Loaded Baked Potato Salad:** Experience the ultimate comfort food with this classic potato salad, brimming with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and a creamy dressing.

- **Easy Broccoli Salad:** Discover a lighter and healthier option with this vibrant broccoli salad, tossed in a tangy dressing and sprinkled with crispy almonds.

- **Creamy Cucumber Salad:** Cool down on a hot summer day with this refreshing cucumber salad, featuring crisp cucumbers enveloped in a creamy dill dressing.

- **Classic Caesar Salad:** Indulge in the timeless elegance of a Caesar salad, featuring crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, and crunchy croutons.

- **Greek Salad:** Transport yourself to the Mediterranean with this flavorful Greek salad, combining fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and feta cheese in a tangy vinaigrette dressing.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

DILL PICKLE PASTA SALAD



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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is literally my favorite pasta salad ever! In this creamy pasta salad recipe, dill pickles play a starring role and add tons of flavor and crunch! This recipe is even better when it's made ahead of time making it the perfect potluck dish!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ pound dry shell pasta (about 3 cups)
¾ cup pickles (sliced)
⅔ cup cheddar cheese (diced)
3 tablespoons white onion (finely diced)
2 tablespoons fresh dill
½ cup pickle juice
⅔ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons pickle juice
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Boil pasta al dente according to package directions. Run under cold water to stop cooking.
  • Toss cold pasta with about ½ cup of pickle juice and set aside for about 5 minutes. Drain & discard pickle juice.
  • Combine all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Toss all ingredients in a large bowl. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 636 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FIESTA PASTA SALAD



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Give any party a touch of flavor and flair with this delightful Fiesta Pasta Salad. Avocado, corn and grape tomatoes add a pop of color to this Fiesta Pasta Salad, while sour cream contributes to its creamy texture.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked
1 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
2 Tbsp. TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
1 cup cooked fresh corn kernels
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 avocado, chopped
1-1/4 cups KRAFT Cheddar & Asadero Cheese Expertly Paired for Tacos, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Place in large bowl.
  • Mix sour cream and taco seasoning mix until blended. Add to pasta; stir until pasta is evenly coated with sour cream mixture.
  • Add tomatoes, corn, onions, avocados and 1 cup cheese; mix lightly.
  • Top with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 500 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 11 g

DILL PICKLE PASTA SALAD



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This is a tangy pasta salad that is quick to make and tasty to eat. It's great as a side dish or a light meal. I first made this for my husband and myself because it was too hot in our apartment to cook for any length of time and too hot to want a hot meal!

Provided by notimetocook

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups rotini pasta, uncooked
⅔ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup chopped dill pickles, or more to taste
1 tablespoon mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon celery salt
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. Rinse in cold water until rotini are cold and place in a large bowl.
  • While pasta cooks, mix mayonnaise, pickles, mustard, vinegar, sugar, pepper, celery salt, and garlic powder together in a bowl. Stir dressing into cold noodles until fully coated. Add additional pickle chunks to taste. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 505.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

- For the best flavor, use fresh dill pickles. If you don't have fresh dill pickles, you can use store-bought dill pickles, but be sure to drain them well before adding them to the salad. - To make the salad ahead of time, cook the pasta and chicken according to the directions in the recipe. Then, let them cool completely and store them in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve the salad, combine the pasta, chicken, vegetables, and dressing in a large bowl and toss to coat. - If you want to add more vegetables to the salad, you can add things like chopped bell peppers, red onion, or zucchini.

Conclusion:

Fiesta pasta salad with dill pickles is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or summer cookouts. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a light and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try.

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