If you’re a pickle lover and Aldi fan, you already know about their cult-favorite Pickle de Gallo. It’s like the cool cousin of pico de gallo — but instead of tomatoes, it’s loaded with diced dill pickles, red bell pepper, onions, and a briny punch of pickle juice. Perfect for scooping with chips or topping anything that needs a little zing.
This is a copy cat recipe for the Grillo's Pickle De Gallo that's available right now. Can’t find it in stock? No worries — this homemade version tastes just like it and takes just 10 minutes to throw together.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
If you’re obsessed with pickles, this pickle de gallo is one of those recipes you’ll keep making on repeat. It’s basically a tangy, crunchy twist on pico de gallo—just swap the tomatoes for pickles and you’re good to go.
It’s:
- super easy (no cooking required)
- ready in about 10 minutes
- perfect for using up a jar of pickles
- great as a dip or topping
This recipe is inspired by the popular store-bought versions, but honestly, homemade tastes fresher and you can control the flavor.
Think: salty, crunchy, slightly spicy, and super addictive.
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🛒 Ingredients Needed for Pickle De Gallo
- Dill pickles – the star of the recipe; go for crunchy, refrigerated pickles if you can for the best texture and flavor
- Red bell pepper – adds a mild sweetness and bright color that balances out the tangy pickles
- White onion – gives that classic sharp, savory bite you expect in salsa
- Jalapeño – adds a little heat; remove the seeds for a milder version
- Fresh cilantro – brings a fresh, herby flavor that ties everything together
- Pickle juice (brine) – adds extra tang and helps blend all the flavors
- Salt & pepper – simple seasoning to enhance everything (you may not need much salt since pickles are already salty)
🔄 Substitution Tips
- No red onion? Use green onions or white onion.
- No jalapeño? Add a few dashes of hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Cilantro-hater? Sub in parsley or skip it altogether.
🥣 How to Make Pickle De Gallo
- Finely dice the pickles, red bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Add everything to a mixing bowl.
- Pour in the pickle juice and lime juice. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and taste — adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill for 30 minutes for best flavor (but no judgment if you eat it right away).
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- With tortilla or pita chips
- On top of burgers or air fryer hot dogs
- Tucked inside wraps or quesadillas
- With grilled chicken or steak
- Mixed into egg or tuna salad for a twist
Recipe FAQS
Pickle de gallo is a tangy twist on pico de gallo made with chopped dill pickles instead of tomatoes, along with peppers, onion, and fresh herbs.
It’s crunchy, salty, tangy, and slightly spicy depending on how much jalapeño you add. Think of it as a mix between salsa and relish.
Yes! It actually tastes better after sitting for a bit. Let it chill for at least 10–15 minutes before serving
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Pickle De Gallo Recipe
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Description
If you’re a pickle lover and Aldi fan, you already know about their cult-favorite Pickle de Gallo. It’s like the cool cousin of pico de gallo — but instead of tomatoes, it’s loaded with diced dill pickles, red bell pepper, onions, and a briny punch of pickle juice.
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely chopped dill pickles (cold and crisp – like Aldi’s kosher spears)
- ½ cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional, for heat)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
- Juice of ½ lime
- Pinch of garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Finely dice the pickles, red bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Add everything to a mixing bowl.
- Pour in the pickle juice and lime juice. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and taste — adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill for 30 minutes for best flavor (but no judgment if you eat it right away).
Notes
- No red onion? Use green onions or white onion.
- No jalapeño? Add a few dashes of hot sauce or crushed red pepper
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