Description
A delightful and refreshing twist on traditional salsa, perfect for dipping, topping, or as a side salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: diced avocados for a creamy twist
Instructions
- Prep Your Veggies: Start by dicing the ripe tomatoes and cucumber into small, manageable pieces. Take a moment to enjoy the freshness and color! Chop the red onion finely and mince the jalapeño, adjusting the amount to your spice tolerance.
- Mix in a Bowl: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and jalapeño. Fold them together gently to keep the tomatoes intact while ensuring every bite bursts with flavor.
- Add Freshness: Sprinkle in the chopped cilantro and squeeze the juicy lime over the mixture. The zesty lime will brighten every component while the fresh scent wafts around your kitchen.
- Season to Perfection: Add salt and pepper to taste. Don’t hesitate to taste-test at this stage! Everyone has a different preference when it comes to seasoning, and you want it to be just right.
- Chill and Serve: Let your Pickle de Gallo sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. If you have time, refrigerating it for about 30 minutes will make it even better!
- Savor the Flavor: Serve it alongside tortilla chips, on top of a warm taco, or even as a fresh topping on grilled meats. Whatever you choose, I guarantee it will be a hit!
Notes
You can prepare your Pickle de Gallo a day in advance for a more developed flavor. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg