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Pico de Gallo (Chipotle Copycat)

May 26, 2025 By Heidi 36 Comments

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This authentic Mexican Pico de Gallo is nacho average dip!  It’s the bright and vibrant fresh salsa that will spice up your life!  Who knew it was so EASY to make your favorite Chipotle dip at home?!?

Be sure to give this sweet and crunchy Corn Salsa and tropical Mango Pineapple Salsa a try, too!

Pico de Gallo

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Pico de Gallo

Let’s taco ’bout our love for salsa.

There’s nothing quite as delicious as fresh Pico de Gallo salsa piled high on a crunchy tortilla chip or delicious taco, right?

So go ahead and let your cravings go wild and make up a batch of this healthy and zesty Pico de Gallo Salsa!

Savannah writes: "Very good!!"

Just 6 Ingredients and you’ve got the Best Pico De Gallo Recipe Ever!

This classic Pico de Gallo is bursting with fresh flavors.

You can serve it on tacos or go to town with your chips.  This chunky salsa is such a delicious, healthy snack!

Plus, this restaurant copycat recipe tastes just like your favorite Chipotle Pico de Gallo, too! (YUM!)

Making your own homemade pico de gallo salsa is easier than you might think!

For extra freshness and flavor, try making this salsa using the Perfect Tomatoes you’ve grown in your garden!

Here’s what you’ll do…

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Pico de Gallo Ingredients

Pico de Gallo Ingredients

It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Pico de Gallo recipe!

Head out to your garden or add the following to your next grocery list to create this easy pico at home…

  • Roma Plum Tomatoes
  • White Onion
  • Cilantro – to keep cilantro fresh longer, store in a glass half filled with water, cover with a produce bag with a rubber band fastened around the glass, and store in fridge, changing water daily.
  • Jalapeño Pepper – don’t forget to wear disposable gloves when chopping. 🙂
  • Lime Juice
  • Sea Salt

See… I told you this was going to be EASY!

How to Make Pico de Gallo

How to Make Pico de Gallo

Making your own fresh Pico de Gallo is actually SO easy!

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. Clean and chop your ingredients per the instructions in the recipe card below.

2. Squeeze your lime for fresh lime juice.

Best Pico de Gallo Recipe

3. Then, combine your ingredients in a medium bowl, and stir well to combine.

4. Even though it’s hard not to dig in right away, you want to allow your pico to chill in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld and marinate together.

5. After chilling, your pico will be ready to… devour!!

This delicious, fresh salsa comes together in a snap!

Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Pico de Galo Ingredients

How Long Will Fresh Pico de Gallo Last?

Need to prep ahead?

You can make this Pico today, then keep it stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Chipotle Pico de Gallo Recipe

How To Use Your Fresh Pico de Gallo

Try serving up this toothsome Pico de Gallo with crunchy Tortilla Chips.

Or use it to top off your burrito bowl!

I also love to serve it with tacos using this Homemade Taco Seasoning, or with fajitas using this Homemade Fajita Seasoning!

Chipotle Pico de Gallo

Salsa Variations

Want to change things up a bit?  Go for it!

I know you’ll also love trying these popular salsa recipe variations…

  • Easy Blender Salsa
  • Chipotle Corn Salsa
  • Mango Pineapple Salsa

Salsa Recipe Variations

Pico de Gallo Reviews

Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Fresh Pico de Gallo Recipe…

One reader writes: “Love this! A must try for summer!”

Kim writes: “Delish!!”

Grace writes: “Perfect.”

Silvia writes: “So fresh and delicious!!”

Tara writes: “Yummy”

Ryan writes: “I could eat bucketfuls of this.”

Savannah writes: “Very good!!”

Mary writes: “So simple and delicious.”

Eva writes: “Thank you for the recipe.  To spice things up a bit, (if you like spicy), you can add a bit of garlic powder, cumin and chili powder. Just add a bit, taste and then repeat as needed.”

Pico de Gallo


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Pico de Gallo

This authentic Mexican Pico de Gallo is nacho average dip!  It's the bright and vibrant fresh salsa that will spice up your life!  Who knew it was so EASY to make your favorite Chipotle dip at home?!?
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 6 Roma Plum Tomatoes (diced)
  • 2 cups White Onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup Cilantro (chopped, or 1/2 cup Dried Cilantro)
  • 1/2 Jalapeño Pepper (finely chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice (fresh squeezed)
  • 1 Pinch Sea Salt

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and stir thoroughly.
  • Cover and transfer to refrigerator, allowing salsa to marinate in fridge for 1 -2 hours before serving.
  • Then devour and ENJOY!!
  • Storage Tip: Store covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days.

Notes

For a smaller serving, recipe can easily be cut in half.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican

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    • Jenna | Heavenly Spiced says

      July 16, 2025 at 8:53 am

      5 stars
      Nothing beats a freshly made pico de gallo! I absolutely love this authentic version. Perfect for taco night! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        July 16, 2025 at 2:43 pm

        I agree. The fresh flavors of this pico go fabulously with the savory flavors of tacos!

        Reply
    • Kimberly Lange says

      June 24, 2025 at 7:58 am

      5 stars
      I love this recipe! It is perfect to go on so many things!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 24, 2025 at 12:33 pm

        Thank you so much Kim. I hope you have a beautiful week!

        Reply
    • Dawn says

      June 13, 2025 at 3:42 pm

      5 stars
      I love pico de gallo; this one sounds delicious. I love simple-to-make recipes like this one.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 13, 2025 at 4:30 pm

        It really doesn’t get much easier. A few minutes and you’re done!

        Reply
    • Her Digital Coffee says

      June 13, 2025 at 10:03 am

      5 stars
      This is such a great and classic recipe, especially for the summertime!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 13, 2025 at 4:30 pm

        I love making it using garden fresh tomatoes!

        Reply
    • Judee says

      June 12, 2025 at 12:47 pm

      5 stars
      so simple yet so delicious and healthy. A wonderful staple recipes to accompany so many dishes.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 13, 2025 at 4:32 pm

        Thank you so much Judee. It really is such a versatile side!

        Reply
    • Kimberly Lange says

      June 5, 2025 at 7:02 am

      5 stars
      This is so good on all Mexican dishes! So fresh and tasty!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 5, 2025 at 12:00 pm

        I agree, the fresh ingredients really make it so amazing!

        Reply
    • Jeff the Chef says

      May 30, 2025 at 6:54 am

      Fresh homemade Pico de Gallo is always a winner! The bright flavors and simple ingredients make it such a versatile and refreshing addition to any meal. Love this!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 31, 2025 at 5:15 pm

        Thank you so much Jeff. I hope you have a fabulous week!

        Reply
    • Green Trends Ashok Nagar says

      May 29, 2025 at 12:34 am

      So fresh and easy—this pico de gallo is a total win! Perfect for tacos, chips, or just on its own. ✨

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 29, 2025 at 4:25 pm

        I agree, it really is so versatile!

        Reply
    • Abby says

      May 28, 2025 at 6:22 pm

      5 stars
      I can seriously eat this every day! No need to buy store-bought salsa when you can easily make a delicious one at home with this recipe!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 29, 2025 at 4:25 pm

        Using fresh ingredients really makes all the difference!

        Reply
    • Michelle says

      May 28, 2025 at 6:42 am

      5 stars
      A must-have for our tacos! Love how easy it is to whip up together, and that freshness can’t be beat!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 28, 2025 at 3:30 pm

        I love being able to quickly prepare something with fresh ingredients… and the flavors are hard to beat!

        Reply
    • Lisa's Notebook says

      May 28, 2025 at 3:37 am

      All your Pico de Gallo puns made me laugh, Heidi! And that’s a great tip to keep Cilantro (or Coriander as we know it in the UK) fresh, thank you. 🙂

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 28, 2025 at 3:30 pm

        Nothing worse than soggy coriander, so keeping it fresh is definitely a must! Glad you loved the silly puns, too!!

        Reply
    • Veronica Lee says

      May 27, 2025 at 5:53 pm

      5 stars
      I love how fresh the ingredients are, and it’s perfect as a dip or a taco topper.

      Thanks for the recipe, Heidi!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 28, 2025 at 3:29 pm

        I know you’ll love it. It’s so fresh and delicious!

        Reply
    • CoCo says

      May 27, 2025 at 12:48 pm

      Nacho average dip! I love it, Heidi! We eat a lot of Mexican and Tex-Mex food so I’m excited to try this recipe. It feels like such a fun way to welcome summer. Plus, a fabulous way to use up all the beautiful things growing in the garden too. Sending you hugs, CoCo

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 28, 2025 at 3:29 pm

        I agree… it’s so smart to take advantage of garden fresh produce to prepare this pico!

        Reply
    • Traci says

      May 27, 2025 at 12:28 pm

      5 stars
      I really love this pico de gallo recipe! It’s super easy to make and tastes just like the Chipotle version. During summer, we love to make it as often as the garden will supply the tomatoes—and it just never gets old!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 28, 2025 at 3:20 pm

        I agree, making this with garden fresh tomatoes can’t be beat!

        Reply
    • David @ Spiced says

      May 27, 2025 at 5:45 am

      5 stars
      A good pico is hard to beat – it can be used in so many ways! And this one sounds simple and straightforward. Thanks for sharing!!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 28, 2025 at 3:28 pm

        Easy and fast… that’s the perfect recipe combination for a busy week!

        Reply
    • Healthy World Cuisine says

      May 27, 2025 at 5:43 am

      5 stars
      Great tip on keeping cilantro fresh for longer. Yeah for us we have everything in the kitchen right now to make some delicious pico de gallo. This will be the perfect side dish for our tacos tonight.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 28, 2025 at 3:27 pm

        Keeping cilantro fresh for as long as possible is a must… and it makes preparing this pico de gallo even easier!

        Reply
    • Kathrine Eldridge says

      May 27, 2025 at 4:26 am

      5 stars
      I love pico de Gallo with chips! I also love it on my tacos. Thanks for sharing these easy recipe!

      https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 28, 2025 at 3:26 pm

        I agree… nothing beats tacos topped with some fresh pico. YUM!!

        Reply
    • Delphine B says

      May 26, 2025 at 10:32 pm

      5 stars
      Une salade fraîche et légère j’aime beaucoup
      Bises

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 28, 2025 at 3:22 pm

        Merci beaucoup Delphine!!

        Reply

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