Fresh pico de gallo is simple, bright, and packed with flavor 🌮🍅 Here’s a classic, authentic-style recipe:
Pico de Gallo
Ingredients:
- 4 ripe Roma tomatoes, finely diced
- ½ small white onion, finely diced
- 1–2 jalapeños, seeded and minced (adjust heat to taste)
- ÂĽ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1–2 limes
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
Instructions:
- Prep ingredients: Dice tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, and chop cilantro evenly.
- Mix: Combine everything in a bowl.
- Season: Add lime juice and salt. Stir gently.
- Rest: Let sit 10–15 minutes to let flavors blend.
- Serve: Best served fresh with chips, tacos, or grilled meats.
đź’ˇ Tips:
- Remove tomato seeds for less watery pico.
- White onion is traditional, but red onion works too.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic or cumin.
- Taste again before serving—salt makes a big difference.
Want a twist? I can share pineapple pico, mango pico, or a no-cilantro version if you prefer.