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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Easy Pico de Gallo

    Published: May 1, 2021 / Updated: May 3, 2023 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Easy Pico de Gallo

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    Need a flavorful party dish, fast? In just 5 minutes, you can make this Easy Pico de Gallo salsa recipe! So fresh and full of amazing flavors, this is a delicious dip for tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos or huevos rancheros, and so much more.

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    Salsa lovers, this post is for you!

    Do you put salsa on everything? Some people love ketchup. Others BBQ sauce. I love salsa, and make my 15-minute restaurant-style salsa at least once a month. I alternate between that saucier salsa (so good!) and this super fresh and easy pico de gallo.

    Over the past few years, I have made both salsas so often in my Instagram stories. I didn't even realize I didn't have this recipe published yet until a few folks asked for the recipe from my stories. Doh! Here it is, friends! I can't believe I've shared it so many times on social but never on the blog... until now! :)

    Super fresh & easy pico de gallo

    bowl of pico de gallo with tortilla chips

    This salsa is perfect when you want super fresh tasting ingredients. It's Whole30, Paleo, Keto, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, and Gluten-Free!

    Tomatoes - I love the taste of Roma tomatoes but you can also use

    Red Onion - Red onions add a slight sharpness to the salsa that helps bring out the sweetness of the tomatoes. If you don't have red onions, you can also use yellow or white onions.

    Garlic - Can't make this salsa without the garlic! I use three cloves but you can add more if you love garlic as much as I do. Or, use just one or two cloves if you're not wanting a sharper garlic flavor.

    Cilantro - This adds a really nice herbal flavor to the salsa and brings it all together. If you really really do not like cilantro or if you have the gene that causes cilantro to taste like soap, you can substitute flat leaf parsley.

    Olive oil - Use a high quality extra-virgin olive oil for the best flavor.

    Lime juice - Freshly squeezed lime juice adds a lovely bright flavor to this salsa, but you can substitute store-bought lime juice too.

    Kosher salt and ground black pepper - season and taste, then add more if necessary

    Making this salsa is as simple as prepping the ingredients, then tossing them all together in a bowl. SO easy!!

    What to serve with this salsa

    pico de gallo on a tortilla chip

    As mentioned earlier, I love salsa so much and eat it as a regular daily condiment on breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Here are a few ways to enjoy this pico de gallo:

    • Enjoy it as a dip with tortilla chips
    • Use it as a topping, for shrimp tacos, ground meat tacos, rice and beans, taco pizza, or pulled pork nachos.
    • For breakfast: enjoy it in a huevos rancheros breakfast sandwich or with your scrambled eggs
    • Use it as a filling for enchiladas.
    • Mix it in for delicious added flavor to shredded chicken
    • Add it as an option for your loaded pub chips bar

    Pico de Gallo FAQ

    Is pico de gallo healthy?

    This low calorie, low carb, keto-friendly dish is full of antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that also help protect against heart disease. The ingredients are high in Vitamin C, A, and K, as well as calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, folate, and choline.

    What is the difference between salsa and pico de gallo?

    Pico de gallo is a type of salsa. While there are many different types of salsa - thinner, restaurant-style salsa to salsa verde - pico de gallo is usually the same, with few variations. Pico de gallo always consists of uncooked vegetables and herbs, tossed together.

    Can pico de gallo be frozen?

    My kids have heard me say at least a zillion times: just because you can doesn't mean you should. This saying is definitely relevant for freezing pico de gallo. Yes, you can freeze this delicious fresh salsa. However, once you thaw the pico de gallo, the texture of the ingredients changes and it just won't be as fresh and, in my opinion, as delicious as it is when it's freshly made.

    Where is pico de gallo from?

    Pico de gallo is a popular Mexican dish. In Spanish, pico de gallo reportedly translates to "rooster's beak." Weird, right? But food historians have thought that perhaps it was called this because people would eat it by pinching their thumb and pointing finger, creating the shape of a rooster's beak.

    More dips & salsa recipes

    • 15-minute restaurant-style salsa
    • Pineapple Mango Salsa
    • Avocado Lime Dressing and Dip
    • Easy Mango Salsa
    • Dairy-Free Queso Dip (Vegan Queso)

    More Mexican-inspired recipes to try

    • Instant Pot Salsa Chicken
    • Mexican Lasagna
    • Shrimp Tacos
    easy pico de gallo with lime slices.

    Easy Pico de Gallo

    5 from 5 votes
    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Total Time: 5 minutes mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    This easy fresh salsa recipe can be made in about 5 minutes! Perfect as a dip or as a topping for nachos, tacos, and more.
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 28kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 5-6 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
    • ½ small red onion, finely diced
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    • 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice
    • ½ jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced (optional)
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    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, toss together all of the ingredients until well combined. Serve immediately or refrigerate until you are ready to eat.

    Notes

    Storage: Store fresh pico de gallo in an airtight container (I love using mason jars for salsa) in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.  
    Spice level: Without the jalapeño, this pico de gallo is mild and not at all spicy. Add jalapeño for a bit of a kick, and increase the amount if you prefer more spice.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 28kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 344IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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      1. Tara says

        May 05, 2021 at 1:06 pm

        5 stars
        Oh yum! Such a light and refreshing salsa! I love all that color. Definitely perfect for pairing with tortilla chips.

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      2. Agnieszka says

        May 05, 2021 at 12:51 pm

        5 stars
        I was looking for a pico de gaillo recipe for Cinco de Mayo and this one was perfect. I'll definitely be making this salsa again.

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      3. Carrie Robinson says

        May 05, 2021 at 12:24 pm

        5 stars
        You can never go wrong with a fresh, homemade pic de gallo! I want to dig right in. :)

        Reply
      4. Katherine says

        May 05, 2021 at 11:55 am

        5 stars
        Mmmm I love pico de gallo, and this recipe is perfect!

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