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Authentic Pico de Gallo

Pico De Gallo is a popular Mexican salsa that's loaded with fresh tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice. Pico De Gallo is excellent over tacos, burritos, nachos, or served with chips.
Author Emily
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword pico de gallo
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 20kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Roma tomatoes, (3-4 medium), or garden tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 medium white onion, (1 cup chopped), or yellow onion or red onion
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely mi (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp lime juice, from 1 lime
  • 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeno pepper and chopped cilantro.
  • Stir in 2 Tbsp lime juice and lightly season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, or season to taste. Enjoy right away or cover and refrigerate overnight.

Notes

To Store Pico de Gallo: transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. You can drain any excess liquid before serving if desired.