Mediterranean Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
A bright, crunchy, and tangy pasta salad with dill pickles, fresh vegetables, and a creamy olive-oil Greek-style dressing. Refreshing, kid-friendly, and perfect for Mediterranean-inspired meals.
🕒 Time & Servings
Serves: 4–6
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
🧺 Ingredients
Pasta Salad
2 cups pasta (rotini, bowtie, or penne)
½ cup dill pickles, diced
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 small cucumber, diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Dressing
3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Pasta
Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
2️⃣ Prepare Dressing
Whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
3️⃣ Assemble Salad
In a large bowl, combine pasta, dill pickles, bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh herbs.
Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
4️⃣ Chill & Serve
Chill for 20–30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Serve as a side dish or light main.
👶 Kid-Friendly Tips
Chop pickles and vegetables finely
Skip onion if kids prefer milder flavors
Use more Greek yogurt and less mustard for creamy, mild taste
Nutritional Info
Calories: ~230 kcal
Protein: 7 g
Carbs: 32 g
Fat: 9 g
Mediterranean Twist
Add olives or feta cheese for extra flavor
Toss with fresh mint or basil for a fresh note
Substitute whole wheat or chickpea pasta for added fiber