Authentic Pico de Gallo

Pico De Gallo is a popular Mexican salsa that's loaded with fresh tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice. Pico De Gallo is excellent over tacos, burritos, nachos, or served with chips.

Ingredients

Servings: 6

• 1 lb tomatoes, (3-4 medium), diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely minced (optional)
• 1/2 medium onion, (1 cup chopped)

• 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
• 2 Tbsp lime juice, from 1 lime
• 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Prep Time: 15 minutes

1. In a medium bowl, diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeno pepper and chopped cilantro.
2. Stir in 2 Tbsp lime juice and lightly season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, or season to taste.
3. Enjoy right away or cover and refrigerate overnight.