The Best Pico de Gallo (Salsa Fresca)
This pico de gallo recipe is fresh, delicious and easy to make! You’ll need only 5 ingredients to make this classic Mexican condiment—tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeño and lime.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Allow flavors to blend 30 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
- 5-6 jalapeños seeded, membrane removes, finely chopped
- 1 white onion diced
- 10-12 Roma tomatoes diced, drained
- 1 bunch cilantro
- 2 fresh lime juice
- 1 T salt to taste
Toss all ingredients in a large bowl. Allow flavors to blend for 30 minutes before serving. Store any leftovers in refrigerator for up to 4 days.Serve with tacos, burritos, quesadillas, tortilla chips and more!Also delicious on grilled chicken, scrambled eggs, hamburgers and more!
Roma tomatoes are more meaty and your pico will be less watery. It also helps to drain the tomatoes after they are diced.
Start with 2 jalapeños and adjust to your liking. Jalapeños heat can vary.
Keyword condiment, dip, fresh, garnish, salsa fresca, salsa verde, spicy