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pico de gallo

Easy Homemade Pico de Gallo Recipe

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Recipe by Rose Atwater

  • Prep Time10
  • Marinating Time30
  • Total Time40 minutes
  • Yield2 cups 1x

Description

Fresh, colorful, and packed with vibrant flavor, this Homemade Pico de Gallo Recipe is one of the easiest recipes you’ll ever make. Also known as salsa fresca, salsa cruda, or “rooster’s beak,” authentic pico de gallo is made with only a handful of ingredients. Whether you’re serving it with your favorite tortilla chips, spooning it over carne asada tacos, or adding it to burrito bowls, this Mexican classic brings fresh flavors to every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 3 tablespoons finely diced red onion
  • 1/2-1 jalapeno, seeded and finely minced (leave seeds in for more spice)
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano (or regular dried oregano)

Instructions

    1. Add the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, garlic powder, and Mexican oregano to a medium bowl.
    2. Stir everything together until well combined.
    3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. For the best flavor, let it marinate overnight.
    4. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, tacos, carne asada fries, burrito bowls, or your favorite Mexican dishes.

Equipment

Notes

    • Drain Excess Liquid: If your juicy tomatoes release too much moisture, place them in a fine-mesh sieve before mixing. A slotted spoon also works well when serving.
    • Use Fresh Ingredients: The secret to good pico de gallo is using the freshest ingredients possible. Fresh lime juice, ripe tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, and freshly chopped cilantro make a huge difference in flavor.
    • Skip the Food Processor: While a food processor can save time, hand-cut vegetables give pico de gallo its classic texture and fresh taste.
    • Cut Everything into Small Pieces: Uniformly chopped ingredients ensure the perfect balance of flavor and texture in every bite.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 23
  • Sugar: 2.9 g
  • Sodium: 586.3 mg
  • Fat: 0.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5.2 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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