Classic Dill Pickle Macaroni Salad Recipe for Summer
A tangy and creamy macaroni salad featuring a sharp dill pickle emulsion and crisp vegetables. A refreshing side dish engineered for summer cookouts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop/Chilled
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup diced dill pickles
- 1/4 cup pickle brine
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil macaroni in salted water until just shy of al dente.
- Drain and rinse pasta under cold water until chilled.
- Whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and pickle brine in a large bowl.
- Fold in the cooled macaroni until evenly coated.
- Stir in diced pickles and celery.
- Fold in fresh dill and season with salt and pepper.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.