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Homemade Pico de Gallo

This Homemade Pico de Gallo is bursting with juicy tomatoes, crisp onion, fresh cilantro, and bright lime, with optional jalapeño for a little kick. It comes together in minutes and adds a fresh, vibrant finishing touch to tacos, burritos, tostadas, eggs, grilled meats, and more.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Rest Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner, lunch, Side Dish, Topping
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 1.5 cups
Calories 15 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium organic Roma tomatoes finely diced
  • ¼ cup organic white onion very finely diced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 fresh organic jalapeño very finely minced — optional
  • 1½ tbsp fresh lime juice
  • ½ tsp sea salt or to taste

Instructions
 

Dice the Tomatoes
  • Finely dice the organic Roma tomatoes and place them in a medium bowl.
Add the Fresh Ingredients
  • Add the finely diced organic white onion, chopped cilantro, and minced organic jalapeño if using.
Season
  • Add the fresh lime juice and sea salt.
Gently Mix
  • Gently stir everything together until evenly combined, being careful not to crush the tomatoes.
Let the Flavors Come Together
  • Let the Pico de Gallo sit for 10–15 minutes before serving so the flavors have time to meld.
Serve
  • Give the pico a gentle stir, taste, and adjust the salt or lime juice if needed. Serve fresh with tacos, burritos, tostadas, eggs, grilled meats, tortilla chips, or your favorite Mexican-inspired meal.

Notes

Calories based on ¼ cup serving.
Ingredients Note:
The ingredients I use throughout my recipes reflect my personal food philosophy, which prioritizes whole, minimally processed foods and higher-quality options when available, such as organic produce, pasture-raised or grass-fed meats, and responsibly sourced ingredients. I encourage choosing these options when they are accessible to you, but they are not required to make a delicious and nourishing meal. Use the ingredients that work best for your lifestyle, preferences, and budget.
Learn more about my preferred ingredients and why I choose them here.
Keyword Fresh & Flavorful, Homemade, Low-Calorie, Real Ingredients