Authentic Pico De Gallo (Salsa Fresca)

Authentic Pico De Gallo (Salsa Fresca)
Prep 10 min Serves 3 Source

Ingredients

  • 4 medium roma tomatoes (diced)
  • ⅓ of a medium white or yellow onion (diced)
  • 1 to 2 jalapeños or serrano pepper (Or one of each) (remove the seeds, finely diced)
  • ¼ cup minced cilantro
  • 2 Tbsp tomato sauce
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lime Juice (1 large lime)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt or more to taste
  • 1 tsp fresh groun pepper or more to taste

Steps

  1. 1

    Cut the tomatoes, onions, jalapeños (or preferred pepper) in evenly sized small chunks. Add to a large bowl

  2. 2

    Mince the cilantro and add to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Add two tablespoons of tomato sauce (optional) and lime juice. Season with salt & pepper according to taste.

  4. 4

    Stir to combine and serve immediately. Or store in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.

  5. 5

    Eat within 3 days for the best taste & freshness.