Description
Mexican Pico de Gallo dances with crisp tomatoes, zingy cilantro, and sharp onions, creating a refreshing salsa that brings garden-fresh flavors to life. Spicy, tangy, and irresistibly light, you’ll want to scoop this classic condiment onto everything from tacos to grilled meats.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely minced (optional)
Fresh Herbs and Citrus:
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Select ripe, firm tomatoes and remove the seeds to prevent excess liquid in the salsa.
- Finely dice tomatoes into uniform, small cubes to ensure balanced texture and even distribution of flavors.
- Mince white onion into delicate, translucent pieces that complement the tomato’s freshness.
- Carefully remove jalapeño seeds and membranes if you prefer a milder salsa, or keep them for extra heat.
- Chop cilantro leaves and tender stems to maximize herb’s aromatic profile and vibrant green color.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice directly over the chopped ingredients to add bright, citrusy notes and prevent ingredient oxidation.
- Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance and balance the salsa’s natural flavors.
- Gently fold all ingredients together using a soft spatula or spoon to maintain ingredient integrity.
- Allow salsa to rest in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes, letting flavors meld and intensify.
- Serve chilled as a zesty accompaniment to grilled proteins, tacos, nachos, or as a refreshing dip with crispy tortilla chips.
Notes
- Choose perfectly ripe tomatoes for the most vibrant flavor and freshest taste.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity based on your heat tolerance, removing seeds for milder salsa or keeping them for extra spice.
- Let the Pico de Gallo rest in the refrigerator for maximum flavor absorption, allowing ingredients to blend seamlessly.
- Experiment with additional ingredients like diced cucumber or avocado for unique texture and nutritional variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg