Jen’s Tomatillo Pico de Gallo
Jen’s Pico de Gallo recipe is made with crunchy, tart, and citrusy tomatillos, along with Roma tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and garlic salt. The tomatillos’ flavor replaces the lime juice found in a regular Pico de Gallo Recipe. This uniquely delicious pico de gallo tastes like it is from a really good restaurant. It perfectly pairs with tortilla chips and all your Mexican favorites.
I like pico de gallo, and I have been making it forever. However, using squeezed lime juice does not always deliver the same consistent flavor, but this recipe does. Every time I make this tomatillo pico de gallo, it tastes the same. It’s soooo good!
When I first tasted this pico, I went back for more. There was one chip worth in the bowl. So I ate it, and then I drank the juice. That’s how delicious this pico is!
Do your pico differently this time, and give this recipe a try. It’s the bomb! You’re going to love it!
Pair Jen’s Pico de Gallo with…
- Easy Skillet Chicken Taco Meat
- Ground Beef Baked Taquitos
- Copycat Chipotle Chicken
- Authentic Carne Asada
- Perfect Taco Meat
- Sheet Pan Smothered Burrito
Step-by-Step Photos for How to Make Jen’s Pico de Gallo
Frequently Asked Questions about How to Make Jen’s Pico de Gallo
If my grocery store doesn’t sell tomatillos, where can I buy them?
You can find them at Latin market specialty stores.
How do I choose ripe tomatillos?
A ripe tomatillo will be bright green. When buying them, choose ones that are firm and have no brown or soft spots. If they still have the papery husk on them, choose ones that are fully filled and starting to burst open.
Does this recipe call for lime juice?
No. The tomatillos’ flavor replaces the lime juice found in a regular Pico de Gallo Recipe.
Do I have to use Lawry’s Garlic Salt, or can I use regular garlic salt?
Lawry’s Garlic Salt is coarse-ground garlic with parsley. I recommend using Lawry’s Garlic Salt or a different brand of coarse-ground garlic with parsley for the best flavor. If you do not have that on hand, garlic salt will work, and the pico de gallo will still taste good.
Is this pico de gallo spicy?
No. If you like a spicy pico de gallo, keep the seeds of the jalapeno when you chop it.
How long will this pico de gallo last?
It will last up to 3 to 4 days in an airtight container stored in the refrigerator.
Chef’s Tools for Tomatillo Pico de Gallo:
- Vegetable Chopper
- Mixing Bowls
- Lawry’s Garlic Salt
- Cutting Board
- Chef’s Knife
- Chip and Dip Serving Set
Serve Jen's Pico de Gallo with...
- 3 regular-sized tomatillos, diced (Make sure to remove the husk and give them a good wash.)
- 6 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 white onion, finely chopped (a heaping cup)
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tsp Lawry's garlic salt (add more as needed to taste)
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the tomatillos, tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and Lawry's garlic salt. Mix until well combined.
- Add more garlic salt as needed to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
- Enjoy!
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