Trust The Process, Frozen Pickles Belong In Your Next Salad

Pickles aren't your typical salad vegetable, but I still think you should hear me out. No one wants to eat a boring leaf mix, especially if you're chowing down on them back to back. Eating healthy doesn't mean that you have to leave out flavor. If you prefer some extra tanginess in your meal, grated frozen pickles are definitely up to the challenge.

When you grate frozen pickles over a salad, it brings in a kick that's refreshing and bold. This topping works for pickle enthusiasts like myself who'll eat pickles no matter the brand and for anyone eager to try something new to spice up a plain salad. Admittedly, freezing pickles is a bit unconventional, but keeping them cold actually enhances the flavor and adds a crunchy texture. Frozen pickles are also firmer in this state and are easier to grate or shave without getting juice all over the place.

Pickles have an acidic, salty taste that beautifully complements fresh vegetables and greens. Unlike chopped pickles, which can be too chunky and intense as a salad ingredient, grated frozen pickles offer a more delicate and balanced way to spread the pickle flavor across each bite. Frozen pickle also adds a cold, crisp texture, bringing in an extra sensory element that contrasts well with more delicate ingredients. 

Try pairing frozen pickles with salads that include sturdy vegetables like cucumbers, bell peppers, and carrots. Creamy ingredients, like avocado or feta cheese or popular salad dressings, also balance the acidity of the pickles well. Shaving pickles into a salad is a fantastic way to enjoy them without overpowering other flavors. Select your favorite pickles — dill or sour and half-sour varieties work well — and place them in the freezer for a few hours or until they freeze solid. Once they're good and frosty, use a grater to shave them over your salad. Easy, simple, delicious. Go for it, pickle lovers, and don't look back.