Description
A fresh and tangy Quick Pickle De Gallo perfect for snacking or as a flavorful accompaniment to tortilla chips. This easy-to-make dish combines diced tomatoes, onions, fresh cilantro, and diced pickles, all brightened with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a vibrant twist on traditional pico de gallo.
Ingredients
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De Gallo
- 2 cups Fresh Tomatoes (Diced, Roma or vine-ripened tomatoes work well)
- 1 cup Onion (Finely chopped, can use red or yellow onion)
- 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro (Freshly chopped)
- 1 cup Pickles (Diced, can use bread and butter or dill pickles)
- 2 limes Lime Juice (Juiced)
- 1 pinch Salt (For seasoning)
Serving
- 8 ounces Tortilla Chips (For serving)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and clean the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and pickles thoroughly to ensure freshness.
- Dice Tomatoes: Cut the fresh tomatoes into small, uniform pieces to create a consistent texture.
- Chop Onion: Finely chop the onion of choice and add it to a large mixing bowl.
- Add Cilantro: Chop fresh cilantro and place it in the bowl with the onion and tomatoes for added flavor.
- Dice Pickles: Dice the pickles into small pieces and add them to the mixture in the bowl.
- Add Lime Juice: Squeeze the juice of two fresh limes over the combined ingredients to add brightness and acidity.
- Season: Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the mixture, then gently toss to combine all flavors evenly.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the de gallo and adjust salt or lime juice to your preference.
- Rest: Let the de gallo sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Prepare Chips: Use store-bought tortilla chips or bake your own, readying them to serve alongside the de gallo.
- Serve: Transfer the pickle de gallo to a serving bowl and accompany with tortilla chips for dipping and enjoying.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh ripe tomatoes and fresh lime juice.
- You can adjust the amount of pickles to your taste preference; dill pickles give a tangier flavor while bread and butter pickles provide a slight sweetness.
- Letting the de gallo rest enhances the melding of flavors.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for optimal flavor.
