Description
Fresh, tangy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Pickle De Gallo is a healthy and delicious topping made from crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime and apple cider vinegar dressing. This easy-to-make salsa-style dish brings a refreshing crunch and bright acidity to tacos, salads, grilled dishes, and more, making it the perfect versatile accompaniment for a variety of meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup fresh cucumbers, finely diced
- 1 cup ripe tomatoes, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onions, finely diced
- 1–2 jalapeños, finely diced (seeds removed for milder heat)
Herbs and Dressing
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
Seasoning and Texture
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Fresh Vegetables: Start by finely dicing the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and jalapeños, ensuring a consistent texture that blends well. Remove seeds from jalapeños if you prefer a milder heat.
- Combine Herbs and Juices: Finely chop the fresh cilantro and whisk together the lime juice and apple cider vinegar (natural) in a bowl to create a zesty dressing base.
- Mix Vegetables and Dressing: In a large bowl, gently toss the diced vegetables with the chopped cilantro. Pour the lime and apple cider vinegar mixture over them, making sure every bite is infused with tangy flavor.
- Add Seasoning and Natural Gelling Agent: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Fold in a small amount of natural gelling agent to help the mixture hold together while maintaining its fresh crunch.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the Pickle De Gallo for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully before serving, enhancing the zesty and fresh taste.
Notes
- Use freshly picked vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of lime juice and apple cider vinegar (natural) to balance acidity to your preference.
- Chill the mixture well to allow the flavors to meld perfectly.
- Dice all ingredients uniformly for a balanced texture in every bite.
- Customize heat by removing jalapeño seeds or adding more jalapeños as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pickle De Gallo, fresh salsa, cucumber salsa, healthy topping, vegan salsa, gluten free, zesty salsa
