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Homemade Pico de Gallo Recipe


  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This fresh and zesty Homemade Pico de Gallo is a classic Mexican salsa made with diced roma tomatoes, jalapeno, onions, cilantro, and lime juice. It’s a vibrant and healthy condiment perfect for topping tacos, dipping chips, or adding a refreshing burst of flavor to any dish.


Ingredients

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Vegetables & Herbs

  • 4 roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, minced
  • ½ large white onion, diced
  • 1/3 cup freshly chopped cilantro

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Dice the roma tomatoes and white onion into small, uniform pieces. Mince the jalapeno finely, removing seeds if you prefer less heat.
  2. Combine ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes, onion, minced jalapeno, and chopped cilantro into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add lime and salt: Pour the freshly squeezed lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with sea salt to season.
  4. Mix thoroughly: Stir all the ingredients well to ensure even distribution of flavors.
  5. Chill to develop flavor: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the pico de gallo for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together perfectly.
  6. Adjust seasoning: Taste the salsa and add additional jalapeno, more lime juice, or salt if desired to customize the flavor to your liking.

Notes

  • For less heat, remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeno before mincing.
  • This pico de gallo is best consumed fresh within 1-2 days for optimal flavor and texture.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best bright flavor rather than bottled options.
  • Can be served with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or as a topping for scrambled eggs.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Keywords: pico de gallo, fresh salsa, mexican salsa, homemade salsa, easy salsa, tomato salsa, healthy salsa