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Fresh Homemade Pico de Gallo

A fresh, vibrant Mexican salsa made with tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime, and salt. Perfect as a dip or topping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Condiment
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 Roma tomatoes diced and seeded
  • 1 small white onion finely diced
  • 1-2 jalapeños seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 clove garlic optional, minced
  • 1/4 tsp cumin optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Combine diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a bowl.
  2. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Optional: stir in garlic and cumin.
  4. Mix gently and chill 10–20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Seed tomatoes to prevent watery salsa; adjust jalapeños to desired heat level.