PREP TIME
10 min
COOK TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
30 min
SERVINGS
4–6
COURSE: Main Dish
CUISINE: Mexican

Give your salsa a bold new twist with this Easy Pickle de Gallo. Fresh, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, this Pickle de Gallo recipe swaps traditional pico de gallo’s tomatoes for tangy Galil cucumber pickles, creating a zesty pickle salsa that’s impossible to resist. 

In just 10 minutes, you’ll have a bright, chunky Pickle de Gallo dip that’s perfect for scooping with tortilla chips, topping tacos, or adding a tangy kick to burgers and grilled favorites. Whether you need a quick pickle de Gallo recipe for a party appetizer or a no-cook condiment to liven up weeknight dinners, this fusion dish is your new go-to.

Why You’ll Love This Tangy Pickle Salsa

  • Quick & easy: No cooking, just chopping and mixing.
  • Crunchy & bold: Pickles, onions, and cilantro bring unbeatable texture and tang.
  • Versatile: Use as a pickle salsa condiment on tacos, burgers, or hot dogs.
  • Crowd-pleasing: A fun twist that’s fresher than a typical dill pickle dip.

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. 1
    Place each finely diced ingredient—cucumber pickles, tomatoes, onion, pickled hot peppers, and cilantro—in separate small bowls to prep and show off the fresh colors.
  2. 2
    Pour all the ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle 1–2 teaspoons of pickle brine over the mixture for an extra tangy kick.
  3. 3
    Stir gently with a wooden spoon until the mixture is evenly combined, maintaining a chunky, fresh texture.
  4. 4
    Squeeze lime over and serve immediately with tortilla chips for scooping, or use as a bright, crunchy topping on tacos, burgers, grilled chicken, or hot dogs.