Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Finely dice the Colby Jack cheese and onion, and chop the dill pickles into bite-sized pieces.
- Measure out the fresh dill and set it aside.
Cooking Pasta
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook for 7-8 minutes until al dente.
- Drain the pasta in a colander.
Cooling Pasta
- Rinse the drained rotini under cold running water for about 30 seconds to stop the cooking.
- Place cooled pasta in a large mixing bowl.
Brining Pasta
- While pasta is warm, pour dill pickle brine over the pasta and gently toss.
Making Dressing
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and additional dill pickle brine. Season with salt and pepper.
Combining Ingredients
- Add the diced cheese, chopped pickles, and minced onion to the brined pasta.
- Pour the dressing over and fold until well combined.
Chilling Salad
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 to 3 hours.
Nutrition
Notes
Best served chilled; flavors improve over time. Customize with your favorite veggies for added crunch.
