Description
This Pico de Gallo recipe is a fresh and vibrant Mexican salsa made with diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and zesty lime juice. Quick to prepare and packed with bright flavors, homemade pico de gallo is perfect as a dip with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, burritos, and more.
Ingredients
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3 ripe tomatoes, diced
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½ cup white onion, finely chopped
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¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (optional)
Instructions
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Wash and dry the tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeño.
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Dice the tomatoes into small, even pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
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Finely chop the white onion and add it to the bowl.
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Remove the seeds from the jalapeño if you prefer less heat, then finely dice it and add it to the mixture.
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Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl.
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Squeeze fresh lime juice over the ingredients.
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Add salt and optional black pepper to taste.
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Gently mix everything together until well combined.
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Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Serve fresh with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or burritos.
Notes
Roma tomatoes work best because they contain less excess juice.Adjust the heat by adding more or less jalapeño.Letting the salsa rest briefly helps the flavors meld together.If the salsa becomes watery, drain a small amount of liquid before serving.
