pico de gallo (salsa fresca)

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Appleton, WA
Updated on Jun 8, 2026

Salting the tomatoes eliminates excess liquid, and marinating the onions, garlic, and jalapeno in lime juice adds extra flavor. Use the best tomatoes you can - in winter, usually Campari, cherry or grape tomatoes. I Frankensteined this recipe from a few found online.

prep time 20 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup finely chopped red, white or sweet onion
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped - or more to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or to taste)
  • 2 limes, juiced (1 - 2 Tbsp)
  • 2 1/2 cups tomatoes, the ripest variety you can find, seeded and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

How To Make pico de gallo (salsa fresca)

  • Step 1
    Mix diced tomatoes in a bowl with salt, let sit while preparing other ingredients, then drain well.
  • Step 2
    Mix red onion, jalapeño pepper, garlic, and lime juice in a bowl. Allow to stand for 5 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Mix in drained tomatoes and cilantro; allow to stand 15 more minutes for flavors to blend.

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Culture: Mexican
Category: Salsas
Ingredient: Vegetable

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