Easy Pico de Gallo Recipe (Fresh Homemade Salsa)
If you like fresh, simple recipes that add a lot of flavor without much work, Pico de Gallo is hard to beat. Made with chopped tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, and lime juice, this classic Mexican salsa comes together in minutes and works with just about everything. Serve it with tortilla chips, spoon it over tacos and burritos, or use it to add a fresh touch to grilled meats, sandwiches, and more.
This Pico de Gallo is especially good served on top of these easy Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tacos for even more fresh flavor and texture.
How to Make Pico de Gallo
Here are the ingredients you need to make this Pico de Gallo recipe, plus step by step instructions for how to make it.
Ingredients
- 2-3 tomatoes
- 1 red onion
- 2.5 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1/2-1 chili pepper (jalapeno)
- 5 sprigs cilantro
- 1 sprig mint
- 1 tsp granulated garlic
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
Step by Step Instructions
1. Cut the tomatoes in half and remove the seeds, then finely dice them and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Peel and finely chop the onion. Roughly chop the cilantro and mint, and thinly slice the jalapeno after removing the seeds and membrane.
2. Rinse the lemon well, cut it in half, and squeeze the juice into a small bowl, removing any seeds as needed.
3. Add the onion, herbs, and chili to the tomatoes. Sprinkle in the seasonings and toss everything together until combined.
4. Pour the fresh lemon juice over the mixture and stir well so the ingredients and seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the salsa.
5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Stir once more before serving.
Pico de Gallo is one of those recipes that’s always useful to have on hand. The fresh ingredients, bright flavor, and versatility make it easy to serve with appetizers, main dishes, and snacks. Keep a bowl in the fridge and you’ll have a quick way to add fresh flavor to meals throughout the week.
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Pico de Gallo
Ingredients
- 2-3 tomatoes
- 1 red onion
- 2.5 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1/2-1 jalapeno
- 5 sprigs cilantro
- 1 sprig mint
- 1 tsp granulated garlic
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Cut the tomatoes in half and remove the seeds, then finely dice them and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Peel and finely chop the onion. Roughly chop the cilantro and mint, and thinly slice the jalapeno after removing the seeds and membrane.
- Rinse the lemon well, cut it in half, and squeeze the juice into a small bowl, removing any seeds as needed.
- Add the onion, herbs, and chili to the tomatoes. Sprinkle in the seasonings and toss everything together until combined.
- Pour the fresh lemon juice over the mixture and stir well so the ingredients and seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the salsa.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Stir once more before serving.
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