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    Classic Pico de Gallo

    Published: May 4, 2020 · by Veronika Sykorova · This post may contain affiliate links · 20 Comments

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    Did you know that Cinco de Mayo falls on Taco Tuesday this year?! How great is that? Haha. I didn't even realize till a few days ago! I have to admit it sucks we can't go out to celebrate and stuff our faces with tacos but hey, that doesn't mean we can't still do that at home! This Pico de Gallo is the perfect appetizer served with nachos or a great addition to your tacos.

    It's literally the simplest dip. It's just as easy as guacamole, which I'm making definitely making for Cinco de Mayo tomorrow along with classic margaritas. So simple, yet so good!

    Pico de Gallo served with tortilla chips

    It's been a while since I posted anything but I've been cooking a lot lately, and when I say a lot I meal a LOOOOT. I'm sure you have too since there's not much else to do. I still go to work three times a week to help out and get some hours in which is actually nice because I'd probably go crazy just sitting at home 24/7. What about you? I hope you're doing well. Let's make some Pico de Gallo tomorrow and enjoy it with tortilla chips because well, why not?

    I go to a farmers market every week but I'm sure you can also get these ingredients at most supermarkets. If you don't have tomatoes, you can swap them for some peaches or mango. This is actually suuuuper delicious with mango!

    Pico de Gallo served with tortilla chips
    Pico de Gallo served with tortilla chips
    Pico de Gallo served with tortilla chips

    Ingredients for Pico de Gallo:

    • tomatoes
    • red onion
    • cilantro
    • lime juice
    • sea salt

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    It's super simple and comes together in just about 10 minutes!

    Make some Oven Baked Veggie Chips to go with it or add it to this delicious Mexican Kale Salad with Cashew dressing!

    I remove the seeds from the tomatoes because I find them to make the pico de gallo too liquid-y and it's easier to dice the tomatoes that way. This step is totally optional, though!

    I like my Pico de Gallo mild so I didn't add any jalapenos. The onion makes it spicy enough for me but if you want the extra heat, go ahead and add some!

    You can adjust this recipe to your liking - add more lime juice, tomatoes, less onion, more cilantro, or double/triple the recipe.

    Happy snacking!

    Pico de Gallo served with tortilla chips
    Pico de Gallo served with tortilla chips
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    Pico de Gallo served with tortilla chips

    Pico de Gallo

    5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 5 from 14 reviews
    • Author: Veronika | thehealthfulideas
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 3 cups 1x
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Method: Chopping
    • Cuisine: Mexican
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    Pico de Gallo is one of the easiest dips you can make along with guacamole. I like serving it with tortilla chips as a snack or an appetizer. You can put it on salads, tacos, or into tortillas. 


    Ingredients

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    • 5-6 medium tomatoes
    • 1 medium red onion, finely diced
    • 1 cup roughly chopped cilantro
    • ½ jalapeno, seeds and white parts removed (optional, I left it out)
    • the juice of 1 lime (or more if desired)
    • sea salt (to taste)

    Instructions

    1. Cut the tomatoes into quarters and cut out the soft part with the seeds (this is optional but recommended as the seeds add lots of liquid to the pico de gallo)
    2. Cut the quarters into small squares and transfer them into a bowl.
    3. Add the chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, chopped jalapeno if using, and the juice of 1 lime. Mix.
    4. Add sea salt and mix. Add more salt or lime juice if desired.
    5. Serve immediately with some tortilla chips or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    6.  

    Notes

    I find it's best to let the Pico de Gallo chill it in the fridge for at least a few hours before serving so that the flavors properly develop and mix. 

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    Comments

    1. Nina | Lemons and Luggage says

      May 04, 2020 at 9:35 am

      Oooh, this is such a nice and simple recipe! I have to try it!

      Reply
    2. Harman aw says

      May 04, 2020 at 9:49 am

      This is looks so easy and the images look delicious!

      Reply
    3. Danielle says

      May 04, 2020 at 1:14 pm

      Yum! So easy! What a perfect way to celebrate Cinco de mayo in! Wish I was out celebrating with a marg but this will do :)

      Reply
    4. CA says

      May 04, 2020 at 2:02 pm

      Looks so good! I’ve sent your recipe to a friend.

      Reply
    5. Viano Dee says

      May 04, 2020 at 6:12 pm

      I like that the recipe is really easy. It looks delicious and healthy.

      Reply
    6. Susan says

      May 04, 2020 at 6:26 pm

      Will surely try this delicious and nutritious recipe. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    7. Devin says

      May 04, 2020 at 11:23 pm

      I love pico de Gallo! So easy to make and so good. Awesome photos!

      Reply
    8. Nina says

      May 05, 2020 at 8:06 am

      I would like to try this out. this looks like an easy recipe.

      Reply
    9. Phenie says

      May 05, 2020 at 8:50 pm

      This was so nice! My kids and I made it for an afternoon snack and it hit the spot! Thanks for this recipe.

      Reply
    10. blair villanueva says

      May 05, 2020 at 10:50 pm

      I always prepare this at home for our snacks but didn't know that it is called Pico de Gallo. I love it when lots of tomatoes!

      Reply
    11. Chandice Probst says

      May 06, 2020 at 12:01 am

      Yum this is perfect and it’s on with chips or on top of lots of other great recipes… Thank you so much!

      Reply
    12. Anna says

      May 08, 2020 at 6:09 am

      So fresh, healthy and so delicious! I've made this pico de gallo last night, and me and my other half really enjoyed it with some nachos!

      Reply
    13. GUNJAN C Dudani says

      May 08, 2020 at 10:36 am

      YAY! I have all the ingredients. I ma making this tonight. Will update you on how it went.

      Reply
    14. Tara says

      May 08, 2020 at 6:27 pm

      I love that simple ingredients added together can create such a burst of flavor! This is so fresh and delicious! I'm thinking I need a gallon of this made up in my fridge at all times.

      Reply
    15. Patti says

      May 09, 2020 at 7:13 pm

      This looks delicious and it's so simple to prepare. My mother used to make something similar, but she didn't add the lime juice, she added lemon instead. She just called it a tomato salad, but she wasn't familiar with Latin flavors. She wasn't fond of spicy things, either. I have pinned your recipe, and I plan to make this twice--once for my husband with jalapenos in it and once for me and the kids without.

      Reply
    16. Carmy says

      May 09, 2020 at 7:18 pm

      I'm a sucker for a great pico de gallo! I definitely don't like my tomatoes too liquid so the seeds are the first to go! Great tip

      Reply
    17. Analida Braeger says

      May 09, 2020 at 7:28 pm

      This dish had the most incredible flavors! My whole family loved it. Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
    18. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

      May 10, 2020 at 7:06 am

      Oh my! I need this in my life. Must print your recipe. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    19. Aline says

      May 11, 2020 at 1:27 pm

      Pico de gallo is my favorite!!! So easy and so fresh!! Nothing like having the right recipe to help you make it extra good!!! Thank you!

      Reply
    20. Jacque Hastert says

      May 11, 2020 at 2:16 pm

      I followed this recipe on Tuesday for Taco Night and it was a hit! I had an empty bowl cause everyone had it inside their tacos or they were dipping their chips in it.

      Reply

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