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Dill Brine Macaroni Medley: A Refreshing Summer Dish!

Dill Brine Macaroni Medley is a refreshing summer dish that combines pasta with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup dill pickle brine
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, shredded carrots, and fresh dill.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, dill pickle brine, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the macaroni and vegetable mixture. Stir gently until everything is well coated.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider mixing in diced cooked chicken or chickpeas.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter version of the dressing.

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