Dill-Icious Pickle recipes
- Imagine We Could
- Sep 19, 2023
- 3 min read
Updated: Dec 6, 2023
Are you a college student who loves pickles? You're in the right place. We've compiled our six favorite quick and easy recipes that will be sure to satisfy your pickle cravings. They're perfect for enjoying at home on your own, or sharing with friends!
Pickles and pickle-themed recipes have taken the world by storm in the past couple of years. Whether you are enjoying Pickle Pizza at the State Fair or feasting on a Pickle-on-a-Stick at the Renaissance Festival, the prevalence of the pickle in large gatherings has inserted itself into the modern social gathering zeitgeist.
Interestingly, pickles have been a critical component on food throughout history as they were some of the very first foods to be transportable over long periods of time without rotting. The pickling process was a crucial preservation tactic for the first sailors and, well, we wouldn't be making "Minnesota Sushi" today without them!
After these first sailors landed, pickles began taking New York City by storm thanks to a large influx of Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe in the late 1800's and early 1900's who introduced kosher dills to. They would pickle the cucumbers by putting them in large barrels with dill, garlic, kosher salt, and water. They were then left to ferment for weeks or even months. Jewish shop owners realized how popular pickles were and began selling them straight out of the barrel on wooden carts throughout the streets of New York City! These delicious snacks have now become a staple side at most Jewish delis!
It wasn't until 1927 when pickle giant Mt. Olive was founded as the first mass producer and seller of pickles in the United States. This company was founded by a wide group of farmers who failed to effectively use their cucumber crop and decided to band together to sell them as pickles. Then, in the 1960's with help from researchers at N.C. State, they unlocked the secret to controlled fermentation making better pickles for all!
Pickles have paved their own way throughout history, and while they have become the punchline of the jarred foods, they deserve to have their own renaissance and we are here for it! Let the Pickle Palooza begin and get yourself some tasty new pickle recipes!
HOT TIP: Bring one (or more 😉) of these yummy pickle snacks to your next tailgate, and you'll please the whole crowd.
Pickles have paved their own way throughout history, and while they have become the punchline of the jarred foods, they deserve to have their own renaissance and we are here for it! Let the Pickle Palooza begin and get yourself some tasty new pickle recipes!
HOT TIP: Bring one (or more 😉) of these yummy pickle snacks to your next tailgate, and you'll please the whole crowd.
Pickle Recipes:
Dill Pickle Lemonade
This zesty concoction combines the tangy zip of dill pickles with the citrusy delight of lemonade, creating a refreshing twist on a classic summer favorite. It's the perfect beverage for a hot summer day.
Ingredients
1 cup sugar
4 cups water
1 cup lemon juice (approx. 5-6 lemons)
1 cup pickle juice (or more if you want it more pickle-y!)
1 cup ice
Lemon/Pickle slices (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Simply combine all ingredients in a pitcher and enjoy!
Hot Tip: To dissolve the sugar faster, heat 1 cup of water and mix the sugar in first. Then, add the remaining 3 cups of colder water.
Pickle Roll-ups (aka "Minnesota Sushi")
These bite-sized delights feature a delectable blend of cream cheese, savory ham, and crunchy pickles. Sometimes called "Minnesota Sushi", this 3-ingredient snack is a midwest staple that belongs at every potluck.
Ingredients
8 pickles
1/2 pound sliced ham
8 oz cream cheese
2 tablespoons dill pickle dip mix
Directions
In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese and dill pickle dip mix and mix well until combined.
Spread 2 tablespoons of the mix over each slice of ham. Place a pickle on one end of the ham and roll it up.
Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, up to a few hours. Slice before serving.
Fun Fact: "Minnesota Sushi" made an appearence on Jeapordy! on the May 12 episode of the “Masters” tournament
Dill Pickle Dip
This 4-ingredient dill pickle dip is so easy and a perfect appetizer to bring to game day celebrations! The creamy, pickle-packed dip pairs perfectly with your favorite potato chips, veggies, or crackers!
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese
1/4 cup pickle juice
1/4 cup dill pickles (finely chopped)
1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
Directions
Stir the cream cheese until it’s smooth, and then slowly add in the pickle juice, stirring simultaneously.
Stir in the chopped dill pickles and fresh dill.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving!
HOT TIP: Make this dip the day before your next party and store in the refrigerator to save time!
Feel free to add any seasonings that you want to elevate this dip to the next level! We recommend garlic powder, pepper and salt! You can even add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce if you’re feeling extra fancy and want to show off.
Pickle de Gallo
Spice up your snack game with Pickle de Gallo! This unconventional twist on pico de gallo incorporates the vibrant flavors of dill pickles into a mouthwatering salsa that you won't be able to resist.
This recipe is a homemade take on the Grillo's Pickle De Gallo, but in our professional opinion (as pickle lovers), its even better!
Ingredients
1 cup cucumber (finely diced, seeds removed)
1 cup dill pickles (finely diced)
1/2 cup sweet onion (finely diced)
1/2 cup red bell pepper (finely diced)
1 tsp jalepeño (finely diced, optional)
1 clove garlic (finely minced)
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 cup pickle juice
Directions
Finely dice cucumber, dill pickle, sweet onion, red bell pepper, garlic, and jalepeño (optional) with a knife or food processor. Then, combine in a medium to large bowl.
Mix in kosher salt and pickle juice, and refrigerate for 30 to an hour minutes before serving.
Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, and more!
Store this delicious pickle salsa covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Air-Fryer Fried Pickles
Get ready to savor the crunch of these Air-Fryer Fried Pickles! These tasty treats are perfect for a college student and their air-fryer.
Ingredients
16 oz Dill Pickle Chips
1/2 Cup All-purpose Flour
1/2 Cup Panko Breadcrumbs
1 Egg
1 1/2 tsp Garlic Salt
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
*You will also need an air-fryer and mixing bowls
Directions
Using paper towels, dry off all of the Dill Pickle Chips. Make sure they are as dry as possible!
Mix the garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and flour into a mixing bowl. Beat the egg in a different one. In a separate bowl, add the panko breadcrumbs.
Dip each pickle chip into the flour mixture, then into the egg bowl, and finally dip them into the panko breadcrumbs.
Spread the pickle chips in the air-fryer so they don't overlap. Spread it into multiple sessions if necessary.
Airy-fry the pickle chips for 5 minutes at 385F and enjoy!
Serve these with a side of creamy ranch to make them even more irresistible.
Dill Pickle Popcorn
You won't be able to get enough of this Dill Pickle Popcorn! It is the perfect thing for a pickle lover to snack on during a movie, at a party, or wherever your heart desires!
Ingredients
12 cups Popped Popcorn
1 tsp Dill Weed
1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Onion Powder
1/4 tsp Dry Mustard
1/4 tsp Coriander
1-2 tbsp Pickle Juice
Directions
Mix together all of the spices to make the dill pickle seasoning mix. If your popcorn is already salted, you can leave out the additional kosher salt!
Pop the popcorn with your preferred method, and drizzle it with your pickle juice in a large mixing bowl. Toss to evenly coat the popcorn.
Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the pickle-y popcorn and toss it again until it is evenly coated. Enjoy!
Tip: Make extra seasoning powder to use on all of your favorite snacks and meals. Sprinkle it on vegetables, avocado toast, pasta salad, eggs, pizza, and more! You can also mix it into dressing to add a pickle-tastic touch to your salads. The options are endless!
They say that Cleopatra herself was a huge fan of pickles. A food that is fit for the Queen of the Nile. If you asked us, pickles would be the food of royalty in every country around the world. Nutritious, delicious, and lubricious, pickles are... simply put: Royal.
Now that you have a whole collection of pickle recipes, you can't possibly keep them to yourself! Just as the sailors who sailed the great green, or... blue seas, grab some friends and eat some pickles to make your social gathering even more dill-ightful!
We hope you enjoy these delicious pickle recipes! Make sure to like this post and comment which recipe is your favorite. ☺️
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