Crave-Worthy Recipes Using Dill Pickles

Tangy, Crunchy, and Totally Addictive Ideas for Pickle Lovers

If you’re the kind of person who sneaks a pickle straight from the jar (no judgment here), these recipes are your new best friends. From creamy pasta salads to zippy hummus, I’ve rounded up my favorite dill pickle recipes that are big on flavor and low on fuss. These dishes are perfect for BBQs, meal prep, or just satisfying that tangy craving.

Ready to dive into the briny goodness? Let’s get pickled!

1. Dill Pickle Pinwheels

Why You’ll Love It: Creamy, tangy, and packed with fresh dill flavor, these pinwheels are perfect for any occasion.

What’s Inside: Flour tortillas, cream cheese or queso-style cottage cheese, sour cream, pickle juice, garlic powder, fresh dill, red onion, and chopped dill pickles.

Perfect For: Parties, picnics, or a quick lunch.

A close-up of a tortilla pinwheel filled with spinach, cream cheese, and herbs, garnished with fresh dill.

Get the Recipe: Dill Pickle Pinwheel (Tangy, Creamy & Addictive!)

2. Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Why You’ll Love It: This creamy dill pickle pasta salad is tangy, crunchy, and super easy to make. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and weekday lunches.

What’s Inside: Rotini pasta, diced dill pickles, diced celery, shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, salt, pepper, and fresh dill.

Perfect For: Summer gatherings or a flavorful side dish.

A bowl of creamy rotini pasta salad with shredded cheese, chopped pickles, and fresh dill, placed on a blue wooden surface with salt, pepper, and pickles on the side.

Get the Recipe: Creamy Dill Pickle Pasta Salad (Easy & Tangy!)

3. Dill Pickle Potato Salad

Why You’ll Love It: This Dill Pickle Potato Salad has everything: creamy mayo dressing, crunchy celery, soft baby potatoes, punchy red onion, and, of course, a generous helping of dill pickles and fresh dill.

What’s Inside: Baby potatoes, chopped dill pickles, diced celery, hard-boiled eggs, red onion, fresh dill, mayonnaise, pickle juice, red wine vinegar, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper.

Perfect For: Cookouts, picnics, or meal prep.

A bowl of potato salad with sliced hard-boiled eggs, chopped red onion, celery, and fresh dill, surrounded by bowls of spices and pickles on a white surface.

Get the Recipe: Dill Pickle Potato Salad (Creamy, Tangy & Easy!)

4. Dill Pickle Hummus

Why You’ll Love It: This Dill Pickle Hummus is a creamy, zippy twist on classic hummus—packed with bold dill flavor and just the right tang from real pickle brine. It’s ready in 10 minutes and makes the perfect dip for veggies, crackers, or sandwiches.

What’s Inside: Garbanzo beans (or white beans), fresh garlic, chopped dill pickles, pickle brine, fresh dill, tahini, extra-virgin olive oil, dried dill weed, sea salt, black pepper, and ice water.

Perfect For: Snacking, sandwiches, or a unique party dip.

A bowl of creamy dill pickle hummus topped with chopped pickles, fresh dill, and three crackers.

Get the Recipe: Easy homemade Tangy Dill Pickle Hummus (Easy & Flavor-Packed!)

5. The Best Salad Dressing (with Pickle Juice!)

Why You’ll Love It: This dressing is my go-to because it’s ultra-creamy, a little tangy, and secretly uses pickle juice to wake up any salad.

What’s Inside: Olive oil, Greek yogurt, Dijon, maple syrup, garlic, and of course... pickle brine.

Perfect For: Any leafy greens, pasta salads, or even as a dip for roasted veggies.

Get the Recipe Tangy Homemade Dill Dressing (Better Than Store-Bought!)

Tips for Pickle Perfection

Use Crunchy Pickles: For the best texture, opt for deli-style or refrigerated pickles.
Don’t Skip the Brine: Pickle juice adds that signature tang to dressings and dips.
Fresh Dill FTW: Fresh herbs elevate the flavor; dried dill works in a pinch but fresh is best.
Balance is Key: Pair tangy pickle dishes with something creamy or sweet to balance the flavors.

Serving Ideas

Party Platters: Add pinwheels and hummus to your appetizer spread.
BBQ Sides: Serve pasta and potato salads alongside grilled favorites.
Lunchbox Favorites: Pack a scoop of pasta salad or a container of hummus with veggies for a satisfying lunch.

Storage Tips

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Stir Before Serving: Some dishes may need a quick stir to reincorporate ingredients.
Not Freezer-Friendly: Due to dairy content, these recipes are best enjoyed fresh.