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Close-up of a vibrant bowl of fresh pico de gallo, showcasing diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños.

How to grow Pico de Gallo from 5 ingredients

This recipe focuses on how to grow the necessary ingredients for Pico de Gallo, which includes tomatoes, jalapeños, onions, cilantro, and limes. It provides a guide to cultivating these fresh components.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients to Grow
  • 1 packet Tomato seeds
  • 1 packet Jalapeño seeds
  • 1 bag Onion sets
  • 1 packet Cilantro seeds
  • 1 plant Lime tree seedling

Equipment

  • Gardening tools

Method
 

Growing the Ingredients
  1. Plant tomato and jalapeño seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, ensuring they receive plenty of sunlight and consistent moisture.
  2. Sow cilantro seeds directly into well-draining soil after the danger of frost has passed, and plant onion sets about an inch deep and 4-6 inches apart.
  3. Transplant tomato and jalapeño seedlings outdoors after the last frost, spacing them appropriately and providing support for tomatoes.
  4. Plant your lime tree seedling in a sunny spot with good drainage, ensuring it receives adequate water, especially during dry periods.
  5. Maturity times vary: tomatoes and jalapeños take 60-90 days, cilantro 30-45 days, onions 90-120 days, and a lime tree will take several years to bear fruit.

Notes

This recipe focuses on growing the ingredients. Once harvested, combine diced tomatoes, minced jalapeños, chopped onions, fresh cilantro, and lime juice for a classic Pico de Gallo. Adjust quantities to your taste preferences.