National Pickle Day – A Celebration People Relish

Pickles: the crunch, the tang, the briny bite that livens up any meal. It’s no wonder there’s a day dedicated to celebrating this tasty treat. November 14 is National Pickle Day, a day for enthusiasts and connoisseurs across to unite in their appreciation of all things pickled. Pickles have come a long way from simple cucumber preservation – now they’re a culinary staple enjoyed on their own or as a key ingredient in recipes from sandwiches to pasta salads.

At Vince’s, we’re celebrating National Pickle Day by inviting you to check out a recent Vince’s at Home video. In this segment, we dive into a delicious recipe featuring Great Canadian full sour, old-school salt-brine pickles. This recipe comes straight from Great Canadian’s very own “pickle master,” whose 20-plus years as a commodities buyer in the pickle industry brings expertise and a love for quality to each crunchy bite. Today, she’s showcasing her recipe for a Dill Pickle Ham Pasta Salad that’s sure to impress both pickle lovers and pasta salad fans alike.

The Perfect Salad for National Pickle Day

Pickles might traditionally play the role of sidekick on a burger or in a deli tray, but this recipe proves they’re ready for a starring role. Adding pickles to pasta salad makes sense – not just for their crunch, but for the depth of flavour they bring. With high salt content and natural probiotics from old-fashioned lacto-fermentation, pickles transform this salad from ordinary to outstanding.

Great Canadian pickles are crafted the old-school way, using Ontario and Quebec cucumbers naturally fermented in barrels with salt. This time-tested process creates beneficial probiotics, adding both health benefits and bold flavour. As our pickle master points out, every part of the jar is worth savouring – yes, even the pickle brine!

This Dill Pickle Ham Pasta Salad is a mix of sour cream, creamy Havarti dill cheese, a dash of mayo, and an onion soup mix for a salty kick. Add diced red onion for crunch, red bell pepper for a pop of colour, and a touch of ham and cheese for a hearty balance.

This National Pickle Day, don’t just open a jar – open your culinary horizons! Click here to watch our Pasta Salad video, and give this one a try.

And if you find yourself munching on pickles straight from the jar, don’t worry – you’re not alone. Many people relish the experience!

Until next time…

— Neil