If you’re a fan of pickles, this easy pasta salad will become your go-to.

Pair it with anything hot off the grill or pack it up for a picnic.

ThisDill-Pickle Pasta Salad with Creamy Dill Dressingwill become your favorite picnic side.

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Dilly pickles and herbs freshen up the nutty, fiber-filled whole-wheat pasta.

Pickle juice and hot sauce tie the flavors together with a hit of subtle heat.

If you want more protein, feel free to add some chicken or tuna.

Keep reading for expert tips, like why rotini pasta is perfect for this salad.

Add 8 ounces pasta and cook according to package directions.

Drain and rinse under cold water.

Toss to coat well.

Let stand for at least 10 minutes, stirring once or twice, before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Rinse pasta only for cold dishes or when you won’t serve it immediately.

In addition to serving them alongside or topping burgers and tuna fish sandwiches, try making ourDill Pickle Dip.

It is excellent with veggie chips or used as a topping for vegetables.

Or make ourDill-Pickle Cauliflower and Potato Salad.

It’s a personal preferencesome people enjoy a cold pasta salad on a hot day.

After assembling the pasta salad, we recommend waiting for about 10 minutes before serving.

The same applies to a salad stored in the fridge.

Allowing it to sit will help the pasta become less firm and allow the dressing to distribute more evenly.

This salad is a meal in itself and could be enjoyed with just a fresh baguette.

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