Best 6 Pasta Salad With Dill Recipes

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Pasta salad with dill is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or potlucks. Made with a variety of colorful vegetables, tender pasta, and a tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone. The dill adds a unique and aromatic flavor that sets this salad apart from others. It's a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking - add your favorite vegetables, protein, or cheese. From a classic Italian pasta salad to a Greek-inspired version with feta cheese and olives, there are many variations to explore. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy lunch option or a flavorful side dish, pasta salad with dill is a delicious and satisfying choice.

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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

FRESH DILL PASTA SALAD



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A nice twist to your standard shrimp salad. I made this recipe when I had tons of dill in my garden and needed something to do with it. Enjoy!

Provided by Krazykhat

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (8 ounce) package seashell pasta
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
¼ cup chopped fresh dill weed
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (4 ounce) cans small shrimp, drained
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped seeded cucumber
2 tomatoes, diced
3 tablespoons minced shallot
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water to cool.
  • In a serving bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, mustard, dill and black pepper. Gently stir in the pasta, shrimp, celery, cucumber, tomato and shallots. Mix in salt to taste and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 192 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SHRIMP PASTA SALAD WITH DILL



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Dill gives this beautiful, creamy, shrimp pasta salad a fresh taste. This is a very attractive dish. Perfect for potlucks. Garnish with toasted pecans or a sprig of fresh dill.

Provided by soggytomato

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon olive oil
12 uncooked medium shrimp
1 cup ditalini pasta
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced on the diagonal
2 tablespoons diced red onion
½ tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 pinch white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes. Immediately immerse shrimp in a bowl of cold water and let cool, at least 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 11 minutes.
  • Peel and devein shrimp. Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add shrimp, mayonnaise, sour cream, peas, celery, red onion, lemon juice, dill, sugar, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Adjust seasonings to taste. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 56.9 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 197.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

SALMON PASTA SALAD WITH DILL



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Try with farfalle pasta too!

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Salmon Salad Recipes

Time 4h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (8 ounce) package cavatappi pasta
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried dill weed
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 lemon, zested
½ cup finely chopped celery
6 ounces cooked and chilled salmon, flaked into bite-sized chunks

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook cavatappi pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain, run under cold water, drain again, and allow to cool.
  • Whisk sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, dill, white wine vinegar, sugar, pepper, salt, garlic powder, and lemon zest together.
  • Mix pasta and celery together in a large mixing bowl. Pour in dressing mixture and toss to coat. Gently stir in salmon pieces. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 27.4 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 12.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 505.8 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

DILL VEGETABLE-PASTA SALAD



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"My husband and I often have this delicious pasta salad for lunch or a light supper in the summertime-in lieu of a big meal," writes Darnell Griffin from her home in Estes Park, Colorado. Chunks of cheese and fresh vegetables eliminate the need for meat, and a light and creamy dill dressing replaces a heavy pasta sauce. Try it!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded and cubed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1 green onion, chopped
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon buttermilk
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup torn romaine

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, cheese and onions. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, dill, salt and pepper until smooth. , Add lettuce and pasta to vegetable mixture. Drizzle with mayonnaise mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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:

  • Select the right pasta: Short pasta shapes like penne, shells, or farfalle hold the dressing and vegetables well, making them ideal for pasta salads.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: Al dente pasta has a slight bite to it, which prevents it from becoming mushy in the salad.
  • Cool the pasta before assembling the salad: This prevents the pasta from overcooking and absorbing too much dressing.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Different vegetables add color, texture, and flavor to the salad. Some popular choices include cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, and zucchini.
  • Choose a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings the pasta salad together. Use a dressing that complements the flavors of the pasta and vegetables.
  • Add some protein: Cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu can add protein and make the salad more filling.
  • Garnish the salad: Fresh herbs like dill, basil, or parsley add a pop of color and flavor to the salad.

Conclusion:

Pasta salad with dill is a refreshing and flavorful side dish or main course that is perfect for summer gatherings. With its colorful vegetables, flavorful dressing, and optional protein, this salad is sure to please everyone. Experiment with different pasta shapes, vegetables, and dressings to create your own unique pasta salad recipe.

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