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A close-up of a white bowl filled with vibrant Fresh Homemade Pico De Gallo, showing diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.

Fresh Homemade Pico De Gallo


  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: About 3 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple recipe for fresh, uncooked salsa made with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 12 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced (adjust to taste)
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Dice the tomatoes and place them in a medium bowl.
  2. Finely chop the white onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
  3. Chop the cilantro and add it to the mixture.
  4. Mince the jalapeño pepper and add it to the bowl.
  5. Squeeze the juice from one lime over the ingredients.
  6. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  7. Gently stir all ingredients together until combined.
  8. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
  9. Serve immediately or chill for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

  • For a milder flavor, remove all seeds and white membranes from the jalapeño.
  • You can add 1/4 teaspoon of ground cumin for a slightly different flavor profile.
  • If you prefer a thinner salsa, let it sit for 30 minutes before serving to allow the juices to release.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 20
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 115
  • Fat: 0
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 4
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 1
  • Cholesterol: 0

Keywords: pico de gallo, fresh salsa, homemade salsa, tomato salsa, quick dip