Pickle de Gallo (Crunchy Dill Pickle Salsa)

This quick and crunchy Pickle de Gallo is a tangy dill pickle twist on traditional pico de gallo. Made with fresh pickles, onions, bell pepper, and jalapeño, it's tossed in zippy pickle brine and a squeeze of lime juice for a salsa-like topping that’s fresh, flavorful, and easy to love.

Prep Time10

Course: Appetizer/Dip

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Diet: Gluten Free

Method: No Cook

Servings: cups

Author: Ashley McCrary

Equipment

Ingredients

2 cups dill pickles, finely diced
1/2 cup sweet onion, finely diced
1 large red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed, finely diced
1-2 cloves garlic finely minced
1/2-1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 cup pickle brine
1 small jalapeño, seeds removed and minced
Tajin for extra spice to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the pickles, onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño. Mince the garlic. Ensure the ingredients are uniformly chopped for even flavors.
Combine Ingredients: Pour the pickle brine over the diced ingredients in the mixing bowl. Gently toss everything together to ensure the brine coats the vegetables evenly.
Season: Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Remember that the pickles and pickle juice are already salty, so you might not need much additional salt.
Marinate: Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture into a sealable container. Let the Pickle de Gallo marinate in the refrigerator for at least a few hours or preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
Adjust and Serve: Before serving, give the Pickle de Gallo a gentle stir. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve as a condiment, dip, or topping according to your preferences.
Storage: Store any leftover Pickle de Gallo in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within 2 to 4 weeks for the best quality.

Notes

Let it rest: Don’t skip the marinating step! It transforms the flavor.
Spice it up or tone it down: Adjust the jalapeño to suit your heat level.
Stir before serving: The brine tends to settle, so give it a quick toss.

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