These Mediterranean Cream Cheese Pickle Rolls are a quick and tangy no-cook appetizer. We prepare these rolls with thin slices of salami or deli meat, cream cheese, dill pickles, fresh dill, green onion, and savory garlic. These simple rolls combine creamy and crunchy textures with a salty, refreshing pickle flavor. These rolls take only about 15 minutes to prepare. These Mediterranean Cream Cheese Pickle Rolls are perfect for parties, snack boards, brunches, game nights, family gatherings, or a quick low-carb snack. Prepare them ahead, chill till firm, and slice into attractive bite-sized pieces. You can serve these rolls with a Mediterranean Antipasto Platter, Fresh Vegetable Platter, Olives, Cherry Tomatoes, or a Keto Charcuterie Board.
STATS:
- Course: Appetizer, Snack
- No. of Calories: 145 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook time: 0 minutes
- Portion size: 3 rolls
- Cooking mode: No-cook, chilled
- Total servings: 6
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 15 minutes
TOOLS:
- Bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Spatula
- Refrigerator
INGREDIENTS:
PICKLE ROLLS:
- 16 salami or deli meat
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3 dill pickles
- 1 tbsp dill
- 1 tbsp green onion
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
SALAMI OR DELI MEAT:
- We use thin slices of salami or deli meat to create the outer layer of the rolls and provide savory flavor. You can use turkey, chicken, roast beef, or ham slices.
CREAM CHEESE:
- The filling is thick, creamy, and smooth thanks to cream cheese. You can use Neufchâtel cheese, whipped cream cheese, or thick Greek yogurt.
DILL PICKLES:
- Chopped dill pickles add crunch, tanginess, and refreshing flavor. You can use baby dill pickles or low-sugar pickles.
DILL:
- Dill enhances the pickle flavor and gives the rolls a fresh herbal taste. Fresh parsley can be added or used as a partial substitute.
GREEN ONION:
- Green onions give freshness and a little onion taUste. You could substitute finely chopped red onion or chives.
GARLIC POWDER:
- Garlic powder adds savory depth without making the filling watery. Fresh minced garlic can also be used.
BLACK PEPPER:
- Black pepper adds mild warmth and balances the creamy filling. White pepper can be used instead.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Stir the black pepper, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, chopped pickles, green onion, and dill till perfectly blended.
- Distribute one thin layer of the cream cheese mixture on all the deli or salami meat slices.
- We roll all the slices tightly and refrigerate for almost twenty minutes so the rolls will be firm.
- Make bite-sized pieces and serve refrigerated.
TIPS:
- Include softened cream cheese to get a smoother and easier filling.
- Refrigerate the rolls and then make the slices to get a neat presentation.
- Strain out the pickles well before cutting to avoid additional moisture.
- We utilize chicken or turkey deli meat to prepare a lighter option.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
MEDITERRANEAN PAIRINGS:
- Mediterranean Antipasto Platter
- Keto Charcuterie Board
- Fresh Olives
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Cucumber Slices
FRESH PAIRINGS:
- Bell Pepper Strips
- Fresh Parsley
- Pickled Vegetables
- Celery Sticks
- Mixed Greens
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the pickle rolls in an airtight vessel and refrigerate them for only 3 days.
FREEZER:
- We do not suggest storing these pickle rolls, as the cream cheese filling will alter their crispy texture after defrosting.
FAQs:
Will we prepare these pickle rolls earlier?
- Yes, you can make these pickle rolls a few hours earlier and keep them refrigerated till eating.
May we utilize fresh garlic?
- Yes, you can alternate the garlic powder with a little quantity of finely minced fresh garlic.
Could we utilize different elements?
- Yes, you can use sun-dried tomatoes, chopped olives, parsley, or feta to get additional Mediterranean flavor.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Proteins: 6 g
Caloric Content: 145 kcal
Net carbs: 2 g
Sodium: 520 mg
Fiber: 0.5 g
Sugar: 1 g
Fats: 12 g
Portion Size: 3 rolls
Total carbs: 2.5 g