Pickle-Licious Sandwich Recipes For Pickle Lovers

Hummus and Pickled Veggie Sandwich

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.

Traditional Cuban Sandwich

In Florida, the residents and the traditional 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 Barbecue Steamed Buns with Bulgogi Beef

Korean barbecue steamed buns with bulgogi beef 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 Korean 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. 

The Best Ever Smoked Salmon Bagel Sandwich

This best ever smoked salmon bagel sandwich, 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.

Chicken Po'boy Sandwich

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with a special french baguette, that's light and fluffy in the middle and crispy on the exterior, these sandwiches were originally made with scraps and given out for free to working-class men- hence the name poor boy.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 recipe for chicken Po'boy sandwich calls for a mix of light and dark meat. If you fancy mustard, we recommend coarse Creole mustard which can probably be found at your local grocery store. 

Vegetarian Sloppy Joes With Pickled Radish and Cucumber

Vegetarian sloppy Joes with pickled radish and cucumber is 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. 

The Ultimate Smoked Salmon Bagel

Whether you're into smoked salmon, lox, or gravlax—the ultimate smoked 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.

Spicy Chicken Biscuit Sandwich

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. 

Classic Crab Roll

Homemade vegetable pickles add a tangy finish to these crab rolls. Use any seasonal vegetable and let sit in the vinegar-sugar mixture for just four hours before topping the crab salad made with a spicy lemon mayo and chives. Nestled into a toasted brioche roll, this sandwich offers a wonderful combination of tastes and textures.

Paneer Grilled Cheese With Pickled Vegetable & Curry

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. Everyone will love this paneer grilled cheese with pickled vegetable and curry.

Spring Roll Inspired Steamed Buns

Imagine if a super fresh Thai spring roll combined its 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 hoisin sauce. If you like it hot, add some sriracha or sambal and get ready to indulge in an almost perfect guilt-free treat.

Spicy Fried Chicken Katsu Toasted Sesame Steamed Buns

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 fried chicken katsu toasted sesame steamed buns. 

Meatloaf Sandwich

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

Wisconsin Cheddar Grilled Cheese With Bacon Jam, and Pickled Jalapeños

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

Roasted Corn Grilled Cheese

Buttery roasted corn, spicy jalapeños, and rich manchego cheese come together in this zesty roasted corn grilled cheese. 

Chicken, Mozzarella and Avocado Sandwich

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.

Asian BBQ Pulled Pork Slider Sandwich

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

Hawaiian Pizza Grilled Cheese

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 a fun grilled cheese filled with sweet vibrant chunks of fresh pineapple, spicy rings of pickled jalapeños, milky strands of melted mozzarella and an 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.

Vegetarian Steamed Buns With Hoisin Glazed Mushrooms

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