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Pickles in a Blanket

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LIZ DELLA CROCE

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A quick and easy snack or appetizer, these salty, savory, creamy bites of salami, herbed goat cheese and dill pickle are a big crowd pleaser.

Pickles in a Blanket by The Lemon Bowl

I am a huge fan of party snacks. When given the choice of a dessert table or an appetizer spread, I will always choose savory over sweet. Speaking of sweet… today I am so thrilled to be participating in a SURPRISE virtual baby shower for my beautiful friend Lauren of Keep it Sweet Desserts.

Lauren is expecting her first baby and I’m so excited that she’s having A BOY! I know I’m a little biased but I think boys are the best.

Liz and Lauren in NYC - The Lemon Bowl
From Left to Right: Me, Audra, Lauren, Ashley and Joanne

Lauren and I had the chance to meet face to face this past summer when I was visiting NYC for a couple days. We had so much fun walking, talking and eating out way through Chelsea Market.

Pickles in a Blanket - The Lemon Bowl

Since I knew Lauren’s friends would be baking tons of fabulous desserts for our virtual baby shower, I decided to make a savory appetizer to balance out the sugar. Pickles in a Blanket are such a fun and EASY party appetizer that is perfect as we head into the holidays and the busy entertaining time of year.

Pickles in a Blanket Appetizer - The Lemon Bowl

Of course, pregnant women love pickles in all forms but who doesn’t? Salty, crunchy and low calorie, these bites are delicious with a cocktail but frankly they make a somewhat healthy, high protein, low carb and gluten free snack any day of the year. Win Win.

Happy Baby Shower Lauren!! I can’t wait for your little one to make his debut into the world!

Pickles in a Blanket Appetizer - The Lemon Bowl

Pickles in a Blanket Appetizer Recipe

4.17 stars average
A fun and easy appetizer for any party, your guests will love these salty, savory, creamy bites of salami, herbed goat cheese and dill pickle.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Serves24 pieces
CourseAppetizer
Calories53

Ingredients
 
 

  • 12 slices Genoa salami thinly sliced
  • 12 baby dill pickles quartered
  • 4 ounces Boursin cheese I used garlic and fine herbs

Instructions
 

  1. To assemble, stack the salami slices and cut in half to create 24 half moons. Lay each half moon slice of salami out on a flat work surface or cutting board.
  2. Using a butter knife, spread a small amount (1/2 teaspoon) of the cheese on each salami half starting in the center, middle.
  3. Place a piece of pickle in the center of the salami on top of the cheese and tightly roll into a cone shape. Pierce with a toothpick to keep in place and arrange on a platter to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 0.8gProtein: 2.9gFat: 4.5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.5gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 288mgFiber: 0gSugar: 0.8g

Liz’s Notes

There’s no right or wrong way to roll the salami – it will taste delicious no matter how it looks but I found the cone shapes to work well for presentation.
 
Serving Size is 4 pieces

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45 responses to “Pickles in a Blanket”

  1. Lynn @ The Actor's Diet Avatar
    Lynn @ The Actor’s Diet

    Yeah! I associate Lauren with sweets but I’m sure she wants her salty stuff too!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      So true Lynn!

  2. Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough Avatar
    Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough

    Reallllly loving that you went the savory route with this shindig, because I knew you’d pull through with something amazing. I might just have to make these for snacktime tomorrow! ;)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      haha You know I wasn’t going to try and out bake you gals!! :)

  3. Kelly - Life Made Sweeter Avatar
    Kelly – Life Made Sweeter

    Aaaw, this is such a sweet post. Love wonderful friendships like this – and these are the perfect pregnancy food! Such a great idea :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thanks so much Kelly!

  4. Gaby Avatar
    Gaby

    This is my kind of appetizer! So delicious!

  5. Amy @Very Culinary Avatar
    Amy @Very Culinary

    I love these so much. SO MUCH. I would eat 50 without regret!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      There’s a slight chance I had a party for 1….

  6. sheila Avatar
    sheila

    I could eat a whole plate of these for sure!! YUMMMMM

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Tell me about it girl!! xo

  7. Zainab Avatar
    Zainab

    These are just clever!!! So happy for Lauren and this day showering her with love :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Aww you know I wasn’t going to bake – hahah. xo

  8. Aggie Avatar
    Aggie

    Congrats to Lauren!!
    I would eat plenty of these if they were at a party!! Perfection!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      They are so addictive and relatively good for you as far as party food goes!

  9. Rachel Avatar
    Rachel

    i absolutely LOVE this savory little appetizer! so adorable, so simple! i can’t wait to add this to my football sunday repetoire!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Simple and adorable is my favorite!! :)

  10. Jennifer | Bake or Break Avatar
    Jennifer | Bake or Break

    What a great idea! Love these!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Aww thank you so much!