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Fresh Pico de Gallo Recipe: 5-Ingredient Effortless & Perfectly Zesty Salsa

Fresh Pico de Gallo Recipe: 5-Ingredient Effortless & Perfectly Zesty Salsa


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  • Author: larsa Nordin
  • Total Time: 15
  • Yield: About 4 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free

Description

A vibrant, no-cook salsa in 15 minutes with tomatoes, onions, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime. Crisp, zesty, and endlessly versatile for tacos, chips, or salads. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and bursting with fresh flavor.


Ingredients

Scale

4 cups fresh cherry tomatoes, chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
Juice of 2 limes


Instructions

Chop tomatoes into small dice
Finely chop red onion
Dice jalapeño (remove seeds for milder heat)
Add all ingredients to a bowl
Chop cilantro and fold into mixture
Squeeze in lime juice and gently stir
Season with salt to taste
Let rest 15-20 minutes for flavors to meld

Notes

Allow salsa to rest 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor
Store airtight in fridge for 2-3 days
Add diced avocado for creaminess, or red bell pepper for color
Increase/lower jalapeño quantity to adjust spice level

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Category: Recipes
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.1g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg