Crunchy Dill Pickle Veggie Sammie (Print View)

Tangy sandwich packed with crunchy dill pickles, crisp veggies, creamy spread, and fresh herbs for a zesty bite.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices hearty whole grain or sourdough bread

→ Veggies & Pickles

02 - 120 ml dill pickle slices (about 1 cup), plus extra for garnish
03 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
04 - 1 small carrot, julienned
05 - ½ red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 120 ml shredded lettuce (about ½ cup)
07 - 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced

→ Spread

08 - 45 ml cream cheese or vegan cream cheese (3 tablespoons)
09 - 15 ml mayonnaise or vegan mayo (1 tablespoon)
10 - 15 ml chopped fresh dill (1 tablespoon)
11 - 5 ml Dijon mustard (1 teaspoon)
12 - 2.5 ml garlic powder (½ teaspoon)
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Additions

14 - 30 ml pickled jalapeños, sliced (2 tablespoons)
15 - 30 ml alfalfa or broccoli sprouts (2 tablespoons)

# Directions:

01 - Combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, chopped dill, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl; mix until smooth and well blended.
02 - Toast the bread slices to your preferred level of crispness.
03 - Generously spread the prepared mixture on one side of each toasted bread slice.
04 - Evenly distribute dill pickle slices over two bread slices, then layer cucumber, carrot, red onion, shredded lettuce, and tomato slices on top.
05 - If desired, top with pickled jalapeños and sprouts for additional crunch and flavor.
06 - Place the remaining bread slices on top, spread side down, to close the sandwiches.
07 - Slice each sandwich in half, secure with a toothpick if necessary, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its ready in 15 minutes flat, no cooking required, and uses ingredients you probably already have in your fridge.
  • The tangy pickle brine soaks into the bread just enough to make every bite exciting without turning soggy.
  • You can pile on as many or as few veggies as you want, making it endlessly customizable to whatever youre craving.
  • The creamy dill spread ties everything together with a zippy, garlicky kick that tastes way fancier than it is.
02 -
  • Always pat your tomato slices dry with a paper towel before adding them, or they'll turn your toast into a soggy mess within minutes.
  • If you're making these ahead, keep the spread separate and assemble right before eating so the bread stays crisp and the veggies stay fresh.
  • Don't skip toasting the bread, it's the only thing standing between you and a limp, disappointing sandwich that falls apart in your hands.
03 -
  • Use a mandoline to slice your cucumbers and onions paper-thin for the most elegant layers and even crunch in every bite.
  • Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for a few minutes before mixing, it'll blend smoother and spread easier without tearing your toast.
  • If you love pickles as much as I do, drizzle a tiny bit of pickle brine into the spread for an extra hit of tangy magic.
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