Description
Easy Pico de Gallo Salsa is a fresh, zesty, and healthy salsa made with simple ingredients like ripe tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and cilantro. This versatile recipe is quick to prepare and perfect for adding bold flavors to tacos, chips, grilled meats, or as a refreshing dip for any occasion. Enjoy this delicious Mexican salsa in just 10 minutes!
Ingredients
4 ripe tomatoes, diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1–2 jalapeños, seeded and minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1–2 tbsp lime juice (to taste)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, and minced jalapeños.
- Add the chopped cilantro and lime juice, stirring everything together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and mix in the minced garlic if using.
- Let the salsa sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve fresh with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads.
Notes
For a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeños.
This salsa improves in flavor after resting for a few hours, making it a great option to prepare ahead of time.
Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 20 kcal
Keywords: Pico de Gallo, salsa, easy salsa recipe, Mexican salsa, fresh salsa, healthy dip, taco topping, chip dip, zesty salsa, homemade salsa.