Keto Pickle "Pasta" Salad Recipe – Low-Carb, Creamy & Crunchy!

 

Keto Pickle "Pasta" Salad – Low-Carb, Creamy & Crunchy!

If you're looking for a tangy, crunchy, and totally satisfying summer side dish that won’t kick you out of ketosis, this Keto Pickle "Pasta" Salad is calling your name. It’s loaded with dill pickles, crunchy veggies, and a creamy dressing — all tossed with low-carb “pasta” for that perfect bite without the carb overload.

🧄 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Low in carbs but packed with flavor

• Perfect for BBQs, meal prep, or a light lunch

• Customizable and ready in under 20 minutes

• Uses keto-friendly pasta alternatives like shirataki or hearts of palm

📝 Ingredients:

• 1 package (8 oz) shirataki pasta or hearts of palm pasta (rinsed & drained)

• 1/2 cup dill pickles, diced

• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

• 1/2 cup celery, chopped

• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, cubed

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 2 tbsp pickle juice (from the jar!)

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• Optional: Fresh dill for garnish

🥣 Instructions:

1. Prepare the pasta:
   Rinse and drain your shirataki or hearts of palm pasta thoroughly. For shirataki, boil for 2–3 minutes, then dry-sauté in a pan to reduce any odor or excess moisture.

2. Mix the dressing:
   In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, garlic powder, and black pepper.

3. Assemble the salad:
   Add the cooked pasta, pickles, onion, celery, and cheese to the bowl. Toss until everything is well coated.

4. Chill & serve:
   Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors mingle. Garnish with fresh dill and more diced pickles, if desired.

Nutrition Info (per serving, recipe makes 4 servings):

• Total Carbs: 6g

• Net Carbs: 3g

• Fiber: 3g

• Fat: 22g

• Protein: 7g

• Calories: 240

Note: Nutrition may vary depending on the brand of pasta substitute and mayo used.

Tips & Variations:

• Swap cheddar for pepper jack if you want a spicy kick.

• Add hard-boiled eggs or chopped bacon for extra protein.

• Hearts of palm pasta tends to be more firm, while shirataki offers a more noodle-like texture. Try both and pick your favorite!

Storing:

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. This salad tastes even better the next day!

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