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    Home / Recipes / Sauces & Condiments / Pico de Gallo (Salsa)

    Pico de Gallo (Salsa)

    May 30, 2024 by Keto Cooking Christian 4 Comments

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    This easy Pico de Gallo (Salsa) is loaded with juicy, ruby-red tomatoes, onions, peppers, cilantro and plenty of zesty lime juice. It's a fresh and easy dip or flavorful topping for all your favorite Mexican dinners.

    Pico de Gallo in white bowl with tortilla chip and 2 lime slices with more chips around the bowl
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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love This Pico de Gallo Recipe
    • 🛒 Ingredients Keto Pico de Gallo
    • 🔪 How to Make Low Carb Pico de Gallo
    • 💡 Tips for Making Pico de Gallo
    • ☑️ Storage Instructions
    • 🍴 What to Serve with Home Pico de Gallo
    • 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
    • How Many Net Carb are in Pico de Gallo?
    • What's the Difference in Salsa and Pico de Gallo?
    • How Long Does Pico de Gallo Last?
    • Does Pico de Gallo Freeze Well?
    • 🍽️ More Keto Mexican Recipes

    ❤️ Why You'll Love This Pico de Gallo Recipe

    • Fresh, juicy tomatoes
    • Onion and serrano pepper give a punch of flavor
    • Fresh lime juice and cilantro add bright, vibrant flavor
    • It takes just a few minutes to make
    • Uses all fresh, healthy ingredients
    • Great, easy last minute dip
    Pico de Gallo in white bowl with 2 lime slices with tortilla chip being scooped up

    This Pico de Gallo is a fresh and vibrant salsa that adds a burst of flavor to snack time. It’s not only a flavorful and healthy dip to serve with low-carb chips, it's perfect as a topping for tacos, burritos, and salads. It's especially wonderful served over Instant Pot Pork Carnitas.

    Making this Pico de Gallo from scratch only takes minutes to throw together and the result tastes so much better than any store-bought version. You can easily double the recipe and store leftovers in the fridge to keep on hand or snacking the rest of the week.

    closeup of Pico de Gallo

    If you love Mexican food as much as I do, this Homemade Guacamole is another great Keto side dish to serve with all your favorite Mexican entrees.

    🛒 Ingredients Keto Pico de Gallo

    • Tomatoes
    • Onion
    • Serrano pepper
    • Fresh cilantro
    • Fresh lime juice
    • Salt

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

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    🔪 How to Make Low Carb Pico de Gallo

    Add all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl.

    chopped tomatoes, onion, pepper and cilantro in glass bowl arranged in sections

    Mix until well combined.

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    Serve with your favorite Keto friendly tortilla chips.

    Pico de Gallo in white bowl with tortilla chip and 2 lime slices with more chips around the bowl

    💡 Tips for Making Pico de Gallo

    • Finely dice ingredients: Ensure that all the ingredients, especially the tomatoes and onions, are finely diced for a uniform texture. This allows for better distribution of flavors in every bite.
    • Adjust seasonings to taste: Taste the Pico de Gallo as you go and adjust the seasonings according to your preference. You can add more lime juice for extra tanginess or increase the amount of Serrano peppers for a spicier kick.
    • Chill before serving: While you can serve it at room temp, for the best flavor, chill the pico de gallo in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and intensify.
    • Adjust consistency: If the Pico de Gallo seems too watery, you can drain off some of the excess liquid before serving. Alternatively, if it's not juicy enough, you can add a splash of extra lime juice or a drizzle of olive oil to loosen it up.

    ☑️ Storage Instructions

    Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days in the fridge.

    Pico de Gallo in white bowl with 2 lime slices with tortilla chip being scooped up

    🍴 What to Serve with Home Pico de Gallo

    Anything you'd like honestly. I serve it with everything from Beef Tacos with Cheese Shells, Mexican Breakfast Casserole, or this Easy Taco Casserole. As a side dish I will top Mexican Cauliflower Rice with a little Pico de Gallo to give it a little extra kick. I even love it on top of my scrambled eggs.

    Pico de Gallo in white bowl with 2 lime slices and tortilla chips around

    🔄 Substitutions and Additions

    • Avocado: Add diced avocado for creaminess and healthy fats
    • Jalapeños: Use jalapeños for heat instead of Serrano peppers
    • Bell Peppers: Include diced bell peppers for added crunch and flavor without adding too many carbs.
    • Cucumber: Add diced cucumber for a little bit of sweetness.
    • Radishes: Mix in thinly sliced radishes for a peppery crunch.
    • Red onion: Substitute white onion with red onion for a slightly sweeter flavor.
    • Garlic: Incorporate minced garlic for added flavor depth.
    • Lemon juice: You can use lemon juice instead of lime juice as a citrus alternative.
    • Herb variation: If you're not a fan of cilantro, try using fresh parsley or basil instead.
    Pico de Gallo in white bowl with 2 lime slices and tortilla chips around

    How Many Net Carb are in Pico de Gallo?

    Tomatoes can be fairly carby so you definitely want to watch your portion control. But, that's the beauty of Pico de Gallo. There's a whole of flavor packed into just a small amount, so the carbs are minimal.

    This recipe makes six servings and each serving only has approximately 3 net carbs all coming from fresh vegetables.

    What's the Difference in Salsa and Pico de Gallo?

    Pico de Gallo is a type of salsa. It varies from traditional salsa in that it's served using all fresh ingredients in a chunkier fashion. Traditional salsa can sometimes be cooked or in most all cases it has a good bit more liquid as the tomatoes are pureed.

    How Long Does Pico de Gallo Last?

    In my home, we have yet to find that out as it's gone within a couple of days. But if you have leftovers, just make sure you keep them in an air tight container and it will stay good for up to a week.

    Does Pico de Gallo Freeze Well?

    The flavor of Pico de Gallo is preserved well when frozen, but the texture will change. Tomatoes expand when they are frozen so when they are thawed, they will become slightly mushy. It'll still taste great but if you're looking for that fresh and chunky texture, it's better not frozen.

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    Pico de Gallo in white bowl with tortilla chip and 2 lime slices with more chips around the bowl

    Pico de Gallo

    This easy Pico de Gallo (Salsa) is loaded with juicy, ruby-red tomatoes, onions, peppers, cilantro and plenty of zesty lime juice.
    5 from 1 vote
    Author: Julianne
    Servings 6
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    PREP 5 minutes mins
    TOTAL 5 minutes mins

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 pound fresh tomatoes, chopped
    • ½ cup white onion, minced
    • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
    • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon Serrano peppers, seeds/ribs removed, minced
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Instructions
     

    • Add all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
    • Mix until well combined.
    • Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight jar for a few days.

    *Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

    Course Condiment
    Cuisine Mexican
    Calories 18kcal
    Nutrition Facts
    Pico de Gallo
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    18
    % Daily Value*
    Carbohydrates
     
    3
    g
    1
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Protein
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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    *Originally published on February 15, 2019, updated on May 30, 2024 with improvements to the recipe, new photos, new recipe information and helpful tips.

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    1. Melissa

      December 08, 2020 at 9:46 am

      Whats the serving size?

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      • Keto Cooking Christian

        December 18, 2020 at 12:49 pm

        1/6th of the recipe

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    2. Alyssa

      September 07, 2020 at 7:32 pm

      5 stars
      I tried this recipe today and it was delicious! So flavorful! Thank you.

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      • Keto Cooking Christian

        September 12, 2020 at 8:46 am

        Awesome, glad you enjoyed it!

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