Ingredients
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess to the salad
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream Offers tangy flavor
- 1/4 cup Pickle Brine Infuses dressing with tanginess
- 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard Enhances flavor
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Elevates taste
- 1 teaspoon Sugar Balances tanginess
Salad Ingredients
- 8 slices Bacon Provides smoky, crispy texture
- 8 ounces Short Pasta Acts as the main ingredient
- 1 cup Pickles Adds refreshing crunch
- 1 cup Mini Cucumbers Contributes fresh bite
- 1 cup Mild Cheese Offers creamy texture
- 1/2 cup Red Onions Brings color and bite
- 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Adds freshness
- to taste Salt and Pepper For adjusting seasoning
Method
Preparation
- Cook the short pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and allow it to cool.
- While the pasta is cooking, fry the bacon until crispy. Once done, place it on paper towels to absorb excess grease. Once cooled, chop it into small pieces.
Mixing
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle brine, yellow mustard, kosher salt, and sugar. Mix well until smooth.
- Add the cooled pasta, chopped bacon, pickles, mini cucumbers, mild cheese, red onions, and fresh dill to the bowl. Stir until everything is well coated with the dressing.
- Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days. If it looks a little dry after a few days, add a splash of pickle brine or mayonnaise to refresh it. For maximum flavor, let the salad chill longer in the fridge. Feel free to use any type of short pasta you have on hand. For a healthier version, try using Greek yogurt in place of sour cream and mayonnaise.
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