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Bowl of fresh pico de gallo with diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro garnished with lime on a wooden table.

Fresh Pico de Gallo

This fresh pico de gallo is an easy pico de gallo recipe that highlights vibrant, authentic Mexican flavors. Packed with fresh tomatoes and herbs, it's the best pico de gallo recipe for healthy snacking!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2 cups

Ingredients
  

  • 6 plum tomatoes chopped
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 to 2 jalapeno peppers seeded and finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro stems, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, fresh cilantro, jalapeno peppers, lime juice, cilantro stems, garlic, and salt.
  • Mix thoroughly to ensure all the flavors are well-distributed.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
  • Serve cold with tortilla chips, or use it as a fresh topping for your favorite Mexican dishes.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For best results, drain excess liquid before storing.