Pickles Are a Game-Changer When It Comes to These Sandwiches

Published August 25, 2021

When an add-on becomes the star

Our guest writer, Iris, chose a tofu and cucumber sandwich with hoisin mayo for this week’s dinner, which got us thinking about a variation on the sandwich that includes pickles…which reminded us how much we love them and how underrated they are.

We don’t talk about pickles enough. So let’s get started — with good sandwiches made great, thanks to pickles. By no means is this a definitive list: just a collection to inspire you to put together a sandwich you truly love. To get started, check out these suggestions — and I would bet at least one already is or will become part of your sandwich repertoire.


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