Description
Pico de Gallo is a fresh, zesty Mexican salsa made with ripe tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, and salt. It’s perfect as a flavorful, healthy dip served with tortilla chips or as a vibrant topping for tacos, grilled meats, and more.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3-6 slices jalapeño pepper (to taste)
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the tomatoes and onion into small pieces. Chop the cilantro finely. Slice the jalapeño into thin rounds according to your preferred spice level.
- Mix the Pico de Gallo: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, diced onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and jalapeño slices. Stir gently but thoroughly to mix all ingredients evenly, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Transfer the mixture into a small serving bowl. Serve immediately with tortilla chips as a fresh, spicy salsa accompaniment.
Notes
- For less spice, reduce or omit the jalapeño slices.
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Letting the pico de gallo sit for 10-15 minutes before serving can enhance the flavors.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
