Description
This fresh pico de gallo recipe is a vibrant, easy-to-make condiment that brings restaurant-quality flavor home. It’s perfect for tacos or any family meal, offering a quick, healthy flavor boost.
Ingredients
- 2–3 medium firm diced Roma tomatoes (approx. 2 cups / 300g for a juicy base)
- 0.5 small finely diced white onion (approx. 0.25 cup / 40g for a crisp pungent kick)
- 0.5 cup fresh chopped cilantro (approx. 15g for aromatic freshness)
- 1 jalapeño seeded and minced (adjust for heat)
- 1–2 limes fresh juiced (approx. 2–3 Tbsp / 30-45ml for bright zesty tang)
- 0.5 tsp salt to taste (approx. 3g enhances all flavors)
Instructions
- Prep Vegetables: Thoroughly wash and pat dry tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeño. Dice tomatoes and onion into small, uniform pieces (about 0.25 inch). Finely mince the jalapeño. Chop the fresh cilantro.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently transfer all prepped ingredients (diced tomatoes, onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro) into a medium mixing bowl.
- Season and Mix: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the vegetable mixture. Add salt to taste, beginning with a small pinch and adjusting. Stir everything together gently with a spoon until well combined and coated in lime juice.
- Rest for Flavor: Cover the bowl and let your fresh pico de gallo sit in the refrigerator for at least 15-30 minutes to allow the vibrant flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
Opt for organic produce or heirloom tomatoes for deeper flavor. For an extra kick, leave some seeds in the jalapeño. For budget-friendly swaps, use regular green chili. Always choose in-season, firm, brightly colored tomatoes. If too watery, drain excess liquid from diced tomatoes. If too spicy, remove all seeds and membranes from jalapeño or use less; balance heat with more tomato or lime juice. For a faster method, use a food chopper for onion and jalapeño. For a healthier twist, add a dash of apple cider vinegar for extra tang.
- Prep Time: 9 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.25 cup (60 g)
- Calories: 25 calories
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: fresh salsa, pico de gallo, tacos, easy, healthy, condiment, quick dinner, Mexican, no-cook, vegetarian