PICO DE GALLO | How to Make Fresh Pico De Gallo

Today’s recipe is a classic Mexican salsa called Pico de Gallo. It’s refreshing, colorful, and super simple to make. The ingredients are easy to find. I promise you can make this delicious side dish in just 10 minutes!
25 min1 serving218 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup red onion (finely chopped (about half of a large onion or 1 small one))
- 1 medium jalapeño (or serrano pepper - ribs and seeds removed, finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 3/4 teaspoon salt (or add more to taste)
- 6 medium tomatoes (ripe red - chopped)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (finely chopped - about 1 bunch)
Instructions
- 1
Combine all the ingredients together. Stir well. Test the flavors and add salt if needed.
- 2
Allow the mixture to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or several hours for the best flavor. Pico de gallo keeps well in the refrigerator for up to four days, covered.
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