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The Best Peach Pico de Gallo

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Fresh peach pico de gallo combines some of the best flavors of summer in one colorful salsa! This easy recipe is sweet, spicy, and full of flavor. Enjoy it with chips or on tacos for a delicious summer meal!

A glass bowl of peach pico de gallo.

This time of year is all about fresh fruit, simple ingredients, and getting creative in the kitchen.

With the abundance of produce coming from the garden and farmer’s markets, it’s hard not to enjoy vegetable-forward dishes like fresh salsa!

This peach pico de gallo is a must-make during peach season. Fresh peaches go beautifully with traditional pico de gallo ingredients and creamy avocado in a salsa that is versatile and delicious.

Enjoy this colorful and unique salsa with tortilla chips, crostini, tacos, and more. It’s sure to be a huge hit at your next summer barbeque and you’ll be making it on repeat!

Why You’ll Love It

Fresh ingredients: It doesn’t get much better than garden-fresh tomatoes, peak-season peaches, and spicy jalapeños. This salsa is the best way to enjoy these seasonal delights!

Sweet and savory: Adding fruit to salsas gives the dish an absolutely delicious complexity! The spicy, salty, and sweet flavors blend in peach pico de gallo for a well-balanced treat. 

Easy to make: I love keeping appetizers, sides, and condiments simple in a meal. This pico is perfect for all of those uses! Top it on tacos, serve it with chips, or put it on bread rounds for an easy addition to any meal. 

Ingredient Notes

Peach Pico de Gallo ingredients on a wooden countertop.
  • Peaches: It’s best to use peaches in their peak season and get them as locally as possible. Opt for peaches that are ripe but not too soft. 
  • Tomatoes: You can use any tomato you have on hand, but I like Roma tomatoes for this recipe.
  • Avocados: Avocados add a creaminess that pairs perfectly with the acidity of the other ingredients. 
  • Red onion: Gives that sharp onion flavor with a hint of sweetness.
  • Jalapeños: Jalapeño peppers add a nice flavor and a touch of spice. You can remove the webbing and seeds for a milder salsa or keep some to up the spice. 
  • Lime juice: Use fresh lime juice, not bottled. 
  • Salt: A good helping of sea salt draws out the juices of the peaches and tomatoes and enhances the overall flavor. 
  • Fresh cilantro: Cilantro’s spicy, herbaceous flavor is the perfect addition to any salsa. Feel free to add more or less depending on preference. 

Substitutions and Variations

  • Feel free to use another hot pepper instead of jalapeños, such as serrano peppers or habaneros.
  • White onion can be substituted for red onion if you prefer.
  • Cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes can mix up the flavor of this pico de gallo.
  • You can add a little cumin if you like the flavor! I prefer the salsa without it, but cumin does add a unique flavor.

How to Make Peach Pico de Gallo

Cutting a fresh peach on a wooden cutting board.

Step 1. Dice the peaches, tomatoes, and avocado into small, uniform cubes. Mince the onions, jalapenos, garlic, and cilantro.

Peach pico de gallo ingredients chopped in a glass bowl.

Step 2. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and stir. Taste and adjust salt as needed.

Peach pico de gallo mixed up in a glass bowl.

Step 3. Allow the salsa to sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

A tortilla chip with a scoop of peach pico de gallo on it.

Step 4. Enjoy with tortilla chips or serve on tacos, grain bowls, and more.

Expert Tips

  • This peach pico de gallo doesn’t store very well, so it’s best to use it within 3-4 days at the most. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container until the avocado and peaches start to oxidize and break down. 
  • This salsa tastes better if it’s left to marinate for about 30 minutes. The flavors meld and develop during this time. If you don’t have that kind of time, it’s still delicious when eaten immediately!
  • It’s tempting to cut into peaches before they’re ready, but they taste so much better when perfectly ripe. Aim for peaches that are ripe but still slightly firm.
A bowl of peach pico de gallo with a spoon sticking out of it.

Recipe FAQs

Can I leave out the jalapeños?

Yes, if you don’t like spicy peppers, you can leave them out. I would recommend substituting green bell peppers instead.

Is this salsa sweet or savory?

Both! The sweetness of the peaches mixes with the savory ingredients and makes a delicious sweet and savory combination. 

Is this recipe good for canning?

No, this recipe hasn’t been tested for canning so I don’t recommend preserving it in that way.  Look for a recipe from a trusted canning source so the acidity and process time are calculated properly! 

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A glass bowl of peach pico de gallo.

Peach Pico de Gallo

This peach pico de gallo is sweet, spicy, and colorful! Enjoy it with tortilla chips or add it to your favorite dishes for a burst of summer flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 2 cups

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large peaches
  • 2 roma tomatoes
  • 1 small avocado
  • 3 tbsp jalapeños diced small
  • 2 tbsp cilantro chopped small
  • 1/4 cup red onion diced small
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • juice of half a lime
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste

Instructions
 

  • Deseed the tomatoes and remove the pit from the avocados and peaches. Dice them into small, uniform pieces.
  • Combine all of the ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and toss gently.
  • Taste and adjust salt, cilantro, and lime juice according to your taste.
  • Allow it to marinate for about 30 minutes, then enjoy within a day or two.
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