Get ready to transform your appetizer game with these mind-blowing Salami Arugula Pickle Bombs - a culinary creation that's about to become the star of your next gathering! Imagine a perfect bite-sized treat that combines the rich, savory punch of salami, the peppery kick of arugula, the tangy crunch of pickles, and the creamy smoothness of cream cheese - all rolled into one irresistible package. These aren't just appetizers; they're flavor grenades that will have your guests begging for the recipe!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Appetizer
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 8 slices salami
- 1 cup arugula
- 8 small pickles
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- Toothpicks for assembly
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by laying them out on a clean cutting board. Ensure pickles are patted dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Take cream cheese and let it soften at room temperature for about 10 minutes to make spreading easier.
- Carefully lay out the salami slices flat on a clean work surface, ensuring they are not torn or damaged.
- Spread a thin, even layer of cream cheese across each salami slice, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Place a small handful of fresh arugula leaves in the center of each cream cheese-covered salami slice, creating a delicate green layer.
- Take a small pickle and place it at one end of the salami, arugula, and cream cheese layer.
- Carefully roll the salami slice tightly around the pickle, ensuring the cream cheese helps seal the roll.
- Secure each rolled "bomb" with a toothpick through the center to hold its shape.
- Arrange the completed Salami Arugula Pickle Bombs on a serving platter, ensuring they are positioned upright.
- For best flavor, chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature for easy spreading and better rollability.
- Pat Pickles Dry: Use paper towels to remove excess moisture from pickles, preventing soggy rolls.
- Slice Selection: Choose thin, pliable salami slices that can roll easily without cracking.
- Even Spreading: Use a small offset spatula to create a thin, uniform cream cheese layer.
- Chill Before Serving: A quick 10-minute refrigeration helps the bombs hold their shape and enhances flavor melding.
- Toothpick Trick: Insert toothpicks at a slight angle for more secure rolling and easier picking up.
- Serve Chilled: These bombs are best served cold, making them perfect for advance preparation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 139kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: mg
