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    By Amy · Published: Apr 10, 2019 · Updated: Jul 6, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy 7 Comments

    Pico de Gallo

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    A white bowl of pico with overlay text that reads "pico de gallo".

    This quick and easy Pico de Gallo is a refreshing and healthy snack food or appetizer.  It’s also delicious served with your favorite Mexican dishes!

    Overhead view of Pico de Gallo in a white bowl on a plate with tortilla chips.

    Cinco de Mayo is approaching (can you believe it?!) and this appetizer is always on my menu.  It’s so incredibly easy, I enjoy snacking on it all throughout the year.

    You just can’t beat all the fresh flavors AND the fact this takes just 15 minutes to throw together with simple ingredients!

    Overhead view of ingredients needed to make pico de gallo on a white marble surface.

    This refreshing appetizer is typically prepared with chopped tomatoes, onion, cilantro, peppers, salt and lime juice.  I like to add garlic and black pepper to mine, but feel free to omit if you’re going for full-on authenticity.

    What’s the difference between Pico de Gallo and salsa?

    Pico de Gallo is a type of salsa, but is never cooked like some salsas.  It has very little liquid and isn’t as “soupy” as traditional salsa.  It also has a chunkier texture than salsa.

    Front view of pico de gallo in a white bowl beside tortilla chips.

    How long does this keep in the fridge?

    Store in a covered airtight container in the refrigerator for up to approximately 5 days.

    Overhead shot of Pico de Gallo in a white bowl with a serving spoon and chips.

    Serve With:

    • Tortilla chips
    • Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef
    • Mushroom Quesadillas
    • Pork Carnitas
    • Easy Beef Enchiladas
    • Crockpot Salsa Chicken

    Enjoy! 

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    • Black Bean Salsa
    • Easy Homemade Salsa

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    Overhead shot of Pico de Gallo in a round white bowl on a round white plate with tortilla chips.

    Pico de Gallo

    Just 15 minutes is all it takes for this flavorful appetizer! Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping on tacos or other Mexican dishes.
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: pico de gallo
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Author: Amy

    Ingredients

    • 4 Roma tomatoes seeded and diced (about 2 ½ cups diced)
    • 1 medium yellow onion diced (about 2 cups diced)
    • 1 small jalapeno seeded and diced
    • Juice from ½ lime about 1 tablespoon
    • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt more or less, to taste
    • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper more or less, to taste

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. 
    • Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to approximately 5 days.

    Notes

    Yields approximately 4 ½ cups

    Nutrition

    Calories: 13kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 148mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg

    If provided, nutritional info is a courtesy, is not guaranteed and should only be considered as a guideline.

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    Originally published July 13, 2014.  Updated with new photographs and recipe slightly revised on April 10, 2019.

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    1. Kate Berkey says

      April 12, 2019 at 11:19 pm

      5 stars
      I was looking for an awesome recipe for the whole family and I stumbled on this article. I read and followed the instructions carefully and I made this pico de gallo deliciously! Every member of my family is so happy! Thanks for this!

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      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        April 14, 2019 at 8:35 am

        Thanks so much, Kate! Happy to hear everyone loved it! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Barbara Montag says

      February 08, 2017 at 1:14 pm

      I like this recipe – easy!
      Bookmarking it – thanks.

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      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        February 09, 2017 at 8:19 am

        Thanks, Barbara… hope you enjoy it! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Valerie | From Valerie's Kitchen says

      July 15, 2014 at 3:57 pm

      That was a serious cookout! You guys don’t mess around, do you? We LOVE pico. It’s great on carne asada tacos but I love it most on it’s own with tortilla chips. So fresh and healthy. Yum!

      Reply
    4. Derik says

      July 14, 2014 at 12:58 pm

      Simple and delicious it looks like. Love pico degallo. Every time I see just a little of North Carolina it reminds me of why my wife and I are planning to move there very soon. 🙂

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        July 15, 2014 at 10:11 am

        Thanks, Derik! I love it here in NC & hope you & your wife can get here soon to enjoy it!

        Reply

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