Description
Homemade Pico de Gallo is quick and easy to make at home in just 5 minutes with a handful of simple ingredients. This authentic Mexican dip is fresh, delicious, and flavorful, made with fresh tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and lime juice. It's no surprise that pico de gallo is a total crowd pleaser and the perfect addition to your next summer fiesta menu.
Ingredients
- 4 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
- juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3-6 slices jalapeño pepper (to taste)
- tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
- Transfer to a small serving bowl and serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
Make it in the food processor: Combine all ingredients together in a food processor and pulse until desired consistency is reached (I like to keep the salsa chunky). This version is called salsa fresca.
Adjust the spiciness: For a spicy salsa, add jalapeño peppers. To keep the salsa mild, omit the jalapeño peppers.
How to store: Like other homemade salsas, pico de gallo doesn't last very long. I recommend storing it in an airtight container in the fridge and eating it within 3-4 days at the longest. Towards the end, the veggies will start to soften and lose their texture. You may also need to strain off excess moisture from the tomatoes, so consider serving with a slotted spoon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Tossed
- Cuisine: Mexican