Pico de Gallo Salsa
A fresh and vibrant homemade Pico de Gallo salsa, perfect for dipping or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes chopped
- 0.5 cup white onion finely chopped
- 1.5 jalapeno or serrano pepper seeded and finely chopped (adjust to your spice preference)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves finely chopped (no stems)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- kosher salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 2 tbsp red bell pepper chopped
- 1 garlic clove minced
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, finely chopped white onion, seeded and finely chopped jalapeño or serrano pepper, finely chopped cilantro, and fresh lime juice.
- If using, add the chopped red bell pepper and minced garlic.
- Season with kosher salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine all ingredients well.
- For best results, let the pico de gallo marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
This Pico de Gallo is incredibly versatile. Serve it with tortilla chips for a classic appetizer, or use it as a topping for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, grilled meats, and more!