The cool thing about dill pickles? They’re really damn versatile. You can chop them up and mix them into all sorts of dishes to bolster savory flavor. Not to mention that pickle juice is pretty much a miracle ingredient (did you know you can use it to brine chicken?). Here, 22 crave-worthy ways to put your favorite condiment to use, ya know, besides eating them straight from the jar.
22 Fun and Unexpected Ways to Cook with Dill Pickles
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Published Jun 21, 2018
Cafe Delites
Potato Salad With Bacon And Dill Pickles
Spuds just got a major makeover.
Lord Byron's Kitchen
Dill Pickle Dip
Ready thy potato chips.
Salt and Lavender
Polish Dill Pickle Soup
Also known as zupa ogorkowa, the traditional soup is savory and creamy.
Two Peas & Their Pod
Dill Pickle Wrap Grilled Cheese
Your kids are gonna be hooked.
The Chunky Chef
Cajun Fried Dill Pickles
Psst, these pair well with a giant pitcher of iced tea.
Kelly and Cricket
Skinny Dilly Pickle Fries
Is your mouth watering?
Veggies By Candelight
Hamburger And Dill Pickle Pizza
Why? Because you can.
Blissful Basil
Dill Pickle Hummus
We suggest slathering it on crusty French bread.
The Salty Marshmallow
Macaroni Salad
Save room for seconds.
Lauren's Latest
Buffalo Blue Cheese Deviled Eggs
Dill pickles add just enough tang.
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
Cuban Sliders For A Crowd
These’ll disappear in five minutes flat.
Gather For Bread
Dill Pickle Bread
Aka our favorite new way to serve up hamburgers.
Sprinkles and Sprouts
Dill Pickle And Beef Skewers
Marinating flatiron in pickle juice = so brilliant.
The Kitchen is My Playground
Dill Pickle Bites
These are definitely lunch box-bound.
Belly Full
Dill Pickle Cashews
Meet your new favorite snack.
Today We Bake
Oven Fried Pickle Egg Rolls
Make a double batch and thank us later.
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Feed Me Phoebe
Dill Pickle Salmon Ceviche With Gluten-free Bagel Chips
Hellooo, little slice of heaven.
Killing Thyme
Creamy Dill And Spinach Chickpea Soup
This unexpected combination is so damn good.
The Gold Lining Girl
Dill Pickle Popcorn
No movie necessary.
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With the Grains
Pickle Brined Fried Chicken
This extra-crispy bird has a secret.
The Girl On Bloor
Broccoli, Couscous And Mashed Chickpea Bowls
The fastest way to dress up chickpeas? You guessed it.
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Averie Cooks
5-minute Dill Pickle Chex Mix
We dare you to have just one handful.
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