20 Pickle-Licious Sandwich Recipes For Pickle Lovers

This Hummus and Pickled Veggie Sandwich is a must for pickled veggie lovers!

We will be totally honest here when we say that it's hard to make a vegetarian sandwich that excites us (...unless it's a grilled cheese of course!) But it doesn't have to be like that! Say goodbye to lifeless limp vegetables and start piling on some pickled vegetables, some savory protein-packed hummus, and crisp, fresh produce. By switching up the veggies, you can create a sandwich that's anything but boring.

In Florida the residents and the Cuban sandwich have some history. With it's salty, rich, and tangy flavors, this sandwich is the epitome of Cuban cuisine. But don't worry, you don't have to go to Tampa, Miami or Cuba to find the perfect Cuban sandwich - with this simple and easy recipe, you can make it right at home!

Korean Bulgogi Beef Steamed Buns are made with a spicy blend of gochujang, ginger, garlic, spices, and soy sauce, marinated, grilled, and stuffed into light, fluffy, and slightly sweet steamed buns. Fresh shredded carrot, sprigs of cilantro, slices of pickled burdock (or radish), and pickled cucumbers rounds are added to the sandwich to lighten and freshen it up. And as for the kewpie mayo, well that creamy Japanese goodness is smeared on the inside of the steamed buns to help it all stay together. And trust us, if you're mouth isn't watering, go ahead and re-read the first few sentences. See what we mean? Ok, it's time for you to try this. 

This smoked salmon bagel sandwich recipe, made with grilled asparagus, pickled red onions, soft scrambled eggs with fresh dill and cream cheese on a toasted everything bagel might just be the best version we've ever made!

And if you're up for a challenge, try this recipe for smoking the salmon yourself using this smoked salmon recipe. 

Po'boys are a classic Louisiana staple. Made with a special french baguette, that's light and fluffy in the middle and crispy on the exterior, these sandwiches (according to wikipedia) were originally made with scraps and given out for free to working class men- hence the name poor boy. Usually made with seafood, or other local southern seafood, this rendition calls for a mix of light and dark meat. If you fancy mustard, we recommend a coarse creole mustard which can probably be found at your local grocery store. 

Vegetarian Sloppy Joes made with a mix of barley and caramelized vegetables are just as good - if not better - than the typical hamburger based versions. Packed full of flavor, vitamins and nutrients, these guilt-free sandwiches will please even the most die hard of meat eaters. And by topping these sandwiches with fermented vegetables such as DIY quick pickled radish and cucumbers, a significant dose of healthy probiotics are added to each bite. 

These little slider grilled cheese sandwiches are packed with flavor and they make the perfect bite-size appetizers and party snack. Filled with a dollop of woodsy mulberry jam, some salty slices of Virginia ham, a couple of bright pickled peach segments, and nutty shreds of gouda and then grilled between two buttery sweet slices of Hawaiian bread, this sandwich packs quite the flavorful punch.

Whether you're into smoked salmon, lox, or gravlax – this open-faced salmon bagel sandwich will blow your mind! Pickled red onions not only add an unexpected pop of color but they also add a nice vinegary bite that helps lighten up the smokiness of the salmon. The capers add a salty depth to the sandwich while the scallions add a nice mild onion-y bite.

This Spicy Chicken Biscuit Sandwich has super crispy fried chicken and tangy homemade pickles, slathered with a hot and spicy pepper sauce and packed into a buttery biscuit. Can't stand the heat? No problem. Check out this chicken sandwich or simply leave out the peppers from the ingredients below. 

We did it. One of our recipe writers developed the closest thing to a chick-fil-a sandwich that's ever existed. It's got that sweet, buttery and crisp fried chicken flavor that's so reminiscent of this southern fast food favorite. The toasted potato bun is light and airy and the pickles help cut through the richness of the sandwich. If you don't have a chick-fil-a near you... or you do but don't want to contribute to their not-so-friendly ways, then this recipe is for you!

Quick pickled slaw, made with carrots, cucumber, onion, mint and cilantro, paneer cheese, and yellow curry sauce get grilled between to crispy pieces of naan bread to make one Indian style grilled cheese that is crisp and fresh. 

Imagine if a super fresh Thai spring roll combined it's goodness with the richness of a Chinese steamed bun. Well that's what's going on in these spring roll inspired steamed buns. So go ahead and swap out the rice paper for these slightly sweet, light and airy steamed buns and add sweet a dollop of some spicy chili sauce, a few creamy slices of avocado, crisp strands of carrots and cucumbers rounds, zippy pickled red onions, spicy jalapenos and umami-rich hoison sauce. If you like it hot, add some sriracha or sambal and get ready to indulge in an almost perfect guilt free treat.

With a kick from sambal, a spicy Asian vinegar-y hot sauce paste, a hint of tartness from quick pickled cucumbers, and a pop of herbal freshness from cilantro, this chicken katsu steamed bun recipe results in one heck of a spicy chicken sandwich. 

This quick and easy meatloaf sandwich recipe is perfect for utilizing leftovers in the most delicious way possible. 

This ultimate grilled cheese sandwich is loaded with Wisconsin's best aged sharp cheddar, sweet and savory homemade bacon jam, and spicy pickled jalapeños. It's rich, creamy, crunchy, meaty, cheesy, sweet, and spicy and basically encapsulates every delicious flavor between two hearty slices of buttery Texas toast. 

Buttery roasted corn, spicy jalapenos, and rich manchego cheese come together in this zesty Roasted Corn Grilled Cheese.  

This Chicken, Mozzarella and Avocado Sandwich is on a pretzel bun and features thinly sliced chicken alongside avocado, orange tomato, spicy pickled red onions, fresh mozzarella and honey dijon mustard

Check out the recipe for these tender pulled pork sliders topped with tangy asian bbq sauce, crisp refreshing apple slaw and sweet and spicy pickles.  

Hawaiian Pizza Grilled Cheese is heaven on bread. Grabbing a slice of pineapple and ham pizza is nothing out of the ordinary, but what about transforming that dish into an exotic grilled cheese filled with sweet vibrant chunks of fresh pineapple, spicy rings of pickled jalapeños, milky strands of melted mozzarella and a umami-esque tomato sauce. All these ingredients melodically combine to help pack this Hawaiian pizza style grilled cheese full of flavor. Want more protein? Add some ham or pepperoni. Either way, this sandwich is to die for.

Sweet and savory hoison glazed mushrooms, creamy kewpie mayo, nutty toasted sesame seeds, and bright cilantro come together between two pillowy steamed buns in this Vegetarian Steamed Bun. Traditionally made with pork belly, this version of bao is not only vegetarian friendly but even meat lovers will dig it's umami richness.