Fresh and Flavorful Pico de Gallo
A vibrant and zesty salsa made with fresh ingredients, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Ingredients Group Label
- 4 medium Tomatoes Diced into small pieces.
- 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
- 1-2 pieces Jalapeño Peppers Finely diced, seeds removed for less heat.
- 1 handful Cilantro Roughly chopped.
- 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients, ensuring tomatoes are ripe, onion is fresh, and jalapeños are firm.
- Rinse tomatoes under cold water, pat dry, slice in half, remove seeds if desired, and dice into small pieces.
- Peel and finely chop the onion into small pieces.
- Cut jalapeños in half, remove seeds and membranes, and finely dice.
- Chop cilantro leaves, discarding thick stems.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped onion, diced jalapeños, and cilantro. Gently toss.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt. Mix thoroughly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Let sit for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
- Give the pico de gallo a gentle stir before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.