3-Ingredient Salami Pickle Bites

These 3-ingredient salami pickle bites are so quick to put together for any occasion! The perfect salty, creamy and crunchy bite is waiting for you at your next get-together.

I keep these around at all times for random visitors or as an after-thought appetizer. There is zero cooking involved, and everyone always hangs around the plate until the last bite is gone.

And, let me tell you, these bites are super budget-friendly with a super simple grocery list. Simply spread, roll and slice for a stress-free treat that is sure to look amazing on any platter.

Why You Will Love This

• Just three simple ingredients that can be found at any deli or dairy aisle.
• No cooking or baking involved in this simple appetizer.
• Packed with delicious salty, creamy and crunchy flavor.
• Made in just 10 minutes.
• Low carb and great for keto!

What You Need

All you really need are three simple items to create these super savory little roll-ups. Keep them on hand to have something ready when you don’t plan ahead for company.

• Salami: A good quality thin cut of hard salami or genoa salami works best since it can easily be rolled.
• Cream cheese: You will want regular cream cheese that has been softened so that it easily spreads without ripping the meat.
• Dill pickles: Whole dill baby pickles or even pickle spears will add that necessary crunch and flavor in the middle.

How To Make It

Making these savory little treats is super simple.

Soften the Cheese

Leave your cream cheese on the counter for 30 minutes so that it becomes soft enough to easily spread on the thin salami slices.

Prepare the Ingredients

Arrange 3 to 4 slices of salami in a slightly overlapping row on a cutting board or piece of parchment paper to form a single strip. Pat your pickles dry with a paper towel so that they don’t make the cream cheese slide off.

Spread and Layer

Spread a thin, even layer of the softened cream cheese across the entire overlapping strip of salami using a butter knife. Bring the cream cheese all the way to the edges to help seal it in place.

Roll and Slice

Place a pickle at the edge of the salami strip and roll the layered meat up tightly around the pickle like a small cigar. Chill the rolls for 15 to 20 minutes minutes in the fridge to help firm up the cream cheese.

Slice the rolls into 4 to 5 pieces with a sharp knife.

Jennifer’s Tips

• To make the cream cheese extra fluffy and spreadable, mix it with a hand mixer for a few seconds.
• For the cleanest cuts, refrigerate the whole rolls (not yet sliced) for 20 minutes before slicing.
• Experiment with different flavors of cream cheese, such as chive and onion or jalapeño, for a quick and easy way to add some extra flavor.
• Dip a damp cloth along the blade of your knife after each slice to get perfectly clean edges.
• Pierce each bite with a fancy toothpick for easy serving at bigger gatherings.

How to Store

• Store: Refrigerate the leftover bites covered in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: No, the pickles will be too mushy and the cream cheese will change texture completely.
• Reheat: They should be served straight from the fridge. No reheating is needed.

How to Serve

• Make a nice presentation on a wood charcuterie board with some olives, nuts, and cheddar cheese.
• Serve them on a platter with toothpicks for easy, mess-free snacking during holiday parties.
• Pack them in a snack container for a tasty, low-carb, protein-packed lunchbox snack or afternoon pick-me-up.
• Pair them with a glass of ice-cold sparkling water or a cold craft beer while watching a movie over the weekend.