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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

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Published on July 15, 2026

Updated on July 15, 2026

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Indulge in a creamy Italian-inspired Dill Pickle Pasta Salad featuring farfalle, crispy bacon, cheese, and tangy pickles in a mayo-sour cream dressing.

12 servings
Capolavoro Score 4.8/5 · 23 votes
Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Ingredients

  • 1 lb dry mini farfalle pasta
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 container grillo s classic dill pickle spears
  • 8 oz Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 1 lb Bacon
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup Schmand
  • 1/3 cup reserved pickle brine
  • 1/4 cup Milk
  • 3 tbsp Ranch Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Dill

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. When done, drain the pasta well and toss with the olive oil. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle brine, milk, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and dill until smooth and well combined.

  3. 3

    Add the dressing to the pasta and toss to combine. Stir in the pickles and cheese.

  4. 4

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Stir in the bacon just before serving.

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