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Top down view of Pico de Gallo in a bowl with a sprig of cilantro.
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Easy Pico de Gallo

This fresh pico de gallo recipe is the perfect addition to any Tex Mex meal! It's quick and easy to make and adds so much flavor.
Course Appetizer, Condiment
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Easy pico de gallo
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 35kcal
Author Ang Paris

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeno optional
  • 1½ lb roma tomatoes chopped
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt or more to taste

Instructions

  • Finely chop your onion, jalapeno, tomatoes and cilantro.
    1 cup red onion, 1 jalapeno, 1½ lb roma tomatoes, ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • Combine lime juice and salt (to taste) in a medium sized serving bowl.
    ¼ cup lime juice, ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Add in your chopped ingredients and toss gently with a slotted spoon.
  • Let your pico de gallo rest for 15 to 30 minutes before serving so that the flavors combine.

Notes

  • If you're not a fan of the spiciness of jalapeno, you can leave it out for a milder version.
  • It’s important to let the pico de gallo rest a bit before serving so the flavors marry.
  • Serve with your favorite tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 326mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1060IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg