CRUNCHY PICKLE SALAD

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We tend to favor pickles that are bright with acid and low on sugar; anything labeled "half-sour" usually fits the bill. If using sweeter pickles, add a bit more vinegar and salt.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Salad     Pickles     Fennel     Walnut     Parmesan     Dill     Vegetarian     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     No-Cook     Side

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup walnuts
4 whole pickles (half- or full-sour), halved lengthwise, sliced crosswise into (1") pieces, plus 3 Tbsp. pickle brine
3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. honey
¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
½ small white onion, thinly sliced, rinsed
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 medium fennel bulb, tough outer layers removed, thinly sliced crosswise
½ cup chopped dill
2 oz. Parmesan, shaved
Extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
Toasted country-style bread (for serving; optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Let cool; coarsely chop.
  • Meanwhile, whisk pickle brine, vinegar, mustard, honey, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Add onion and season with salt and pepper. Let sit to allow onion to soften slightly, at least 5 minutes and up to 15 minutes.
  • Add walnuts, pickles, fennel, dill, and Parmesan to dressing and toss to coat. Transfer salad to a large shallow bowl or platter and drizzle with oil. Serve with toast to sop up the dressing if desired.

Jordan Scott
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This salad is a 5-star recipe! It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I love the combination of sweet, sour, and crunchy. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


noob sohan
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This salad is always a crowd-pleaser. I make it for every potluck and picnic I attend. It's always a hit. People love the sweet and sour flavor of the pickles, and the crunch of the celery and carrots. I will definitely be making this salad again and


Cameron Vaughn
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This salad is both healthy and delicious. It's packed with vegetables, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I love the tangy flavor of the pickles, and the crunch of the celery and carrots adds a nice texture. I will definitely be adding this sal


Afolabi Aunoluwapo
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This salad is so tangy and tasty! The combination of sweet, sour, and crunchy is perfect. I love the addition of the dill weed. It really adds a nice depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Marry miina Tyapa
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This salad is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's light and refreshing, and it goes well with grilled meats, fish, or chicken. I also like to serve this salad as a side dish for potlucks and picnics.


sultan laghari
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My kids love this salad! They love the sweet and sour flavor of the pickles. I also like that this salad is a healthy way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


Hina Zaman
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This salad is so easy to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them up. I also like that this salad is so versatile. I can add or subtract ingredients to suit my taste.


Sawyer Mays
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout or potluck. I love the crunch of the pickles and the sweetness of the red onion. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Prince mohammod
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This salad is bursting with flavor! The combination of sweet, sour, and crunchy is perfect. I love the addition of the dill weed. It really adds a nice depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Brian Moyo
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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious recipes, and this pickle salad fits the bill perfectly. It's packed with vegetables, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I love the tangy flavor of the pickles, and the crunch of the celery and carrot


Helal Chowdury
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This salad is so quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use up leftover pickles in this recipe. It's a great way to reduce food waste. I also like that this salad is healthy and refreshing. It's a perfect side dish


Kylee Hall
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I love pickles, so I just had to try this salad. I'm so glad I did! The salad is packed with flavor, and the crunch of the pickles is so satisfying. I also love the addition of the red onion and celery. They add a nice sweetness and crunch. I will de


Adnan Samit
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This pickle salad is a delightful burst of flavor! The combination of sweet, sour, and crunchy textures is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The salad was a hit at my potluck, and everyone raved about it