Pico de Gallo is a delicious combination of fresh tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and lime juice and made in just 10 minutes! It’s perfect for dipping, as a topping, or whenever you want to add a flavorful kick to your favorite foods.
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Grab some chips, pour something cool to drink, and get ready to enjoy one of life’s simple pleasures. It’s Pico de Gallo time! This beloved Mexican dish, along with salty tortilla chips, is one of my favorite things to serve on a Friday evening when it’s time to kick off the weekend.
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What Is Pico De Gallo?
Pico de Gallo, literally translated means “rooster’s beak,” is an uncooked salsa known as a salsa fresca, in Spanish. It can be served as a dip, or a topping for tacos, enchiladas, burritos, nachos, eggs, or salads. It’s also fantastic spooned over grilled fish, chicken, beef, or pork.
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Ingredients Needed To Make Pico De Gallo
- Tomatoes – Roma tomatoes, Plum tomatoes, grape, or cherry tomatoes will work in this recipe.
- Onions – white onions are the traditional choice, but you can substitute yellow onions or red onions if needed.
- Jalapeños – serrano peppers can be used as well.
- Cilantro – if you don’t care for cilantro, you can use parsley
- Limes-fresh lime juice is essential in this recipe
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How To Make The Best Pico De Gallo
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, minced jalapeño pepper, and chopped cilantro.
- Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the mixture.
- Add salt to taste.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors marry.
Fresh Pico De Gallo Additions
- Green or red bell pepper
- Fresh corn
- Mango, Pineapple, Strawberries or Peaches
- Avocado
Pro Tip!
For the absolute best flavor, cover the Pico de Gallo and let it rest in the fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes. This allows everything to mingle and the ingredients to release their juices for a more intense burst of flavor.
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Often Asked Questions And Answers
Choose tomatoes that are ripe but firm, with a bright red color and a slightly sweet fragrance. Avoid tomatoes that are too soft or mushy, as they won’t hold up well in the recipe.
Fresh Pico De Gallo can last for up to 5 days in the fridge, stored in an airtight container.
Yes, you can! Make the recipe ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve it. In fact, letting it sit for a few hours or overnight will intensify the flavors, making it extra delicious.
Make it less spicy by prepping the jalapeño peppers. Remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeño pepper. They are the spiciest parts of the pepper. You can leave them out altogether if you don’t care for a spicy flavor.
What To Serve Fresh Pico De Gallo
Whether you serve this dish as a dip, as a condiment for a weeknight dinner, or added to your favorite Mexican dishes, you will love the bright, fresh flavor it brings. Serve it with:
- Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef
- BEST Roasted Pork Tenderloin
- Crock Pot Beef Queso
- Instant Pot Pinto Beans
- Crock Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- ½ white onion, minced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilranto, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, minced jalapeno pepper, and chopped cilantro.
- Squeeze the juice of the lime over the mixture. Sprinkle with salt if desired.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Cover and let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Serve with chips or spooned over your favorite Mexican dishes or grilled meats and veggies.
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Notes
- Make the pico de gallo less spicy by prepping the jalapeño peppers. Remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeño pepper. They are the spiciest parts of the pepper. You can leave them out altogether if you don’t care for a spicy flavor.
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HEY DANYA, THE PICO DE GALLO IS GREAT!! PRETTY MUCH BEEN DOUSING EVERYTHING WITH THIS STUFF, MY CHICKEN, TACOS, PIZZA, MY BEEF, EVEN ADDED IT TO ME SALSA. GOOD JOB GAL. THANKS MIKE
Thanks!
~Donya
Hey Donya – how long will this keep in the refrigerator?
How long does Fresh Pico De Gallo last in the fridge?
Fresh Pico De Gallo can last for up to 5 days in the fridge, stored in an airtight container.