When it comes to fresh, vibrant, and flavorful condiments, nothing beats pico de gallo. This simple Mexican salsa is made with just a handful of ingredients ripe tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, and lime juice. It’s the perfect topping for tacos, nachos, grilled meats, or simply scooped up with tortilla chips.

Unlike heavier dips, pico de gallo is light, refreshing, and adds just the right kick of heat and brightness to almost any dish. It would also pair beautifully with this Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Pico De Gallo Recipe

• Fresh, simple, and made with everyday ingredients.
• Perfect as a dip or a topping for your favorite Mexican meals.
• Quick to prepare no cooking required!
• Healthy, low-calorie, and full of flavor.

Serves, Prep & Cook Time

• Serves: About 6 as a topping or dip
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (leave seeds for more heat)
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt, to taste

How to make Pico de Gallo

1. Dice tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Add lime juice and season with salt.
3. Add more lime or salt to balance flavors.
4. Let sit for 15 minutes for the flavors to meld.

This salsa is bright, zesty, and versatile a must-have for taco night or whenever you need a fresh pop of flavor.

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Pico de Gallo

Author: Balanced Healthy Meals Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Total Time 10 mins

Servings: 6

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

When it comes to fresh, vibrant, and flavorful condiments, nothing beats pico de gallo. This simple Mexican salsa is made with just a handful of ingredients ripe tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, and lime juice. It’s the perfect topping for tacos, nachos, grilled meats, or simply scooped up with tortilla chips.

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
• ¹⁄₂ medium red onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (leave seeds for more heat)
• ¹⁄₂ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 of Juice lime
• Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Dice tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Add lime juice and season with salt.
3. Add more lime or salt to balance flavors.
4. Let sit for 15 minutes for the flavors to meld.

Keywords: pico de gallo