Classic Pico de Gallo
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, this Classic Pico de Gallo recipe captures the vibrant flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine. Made with crisp roma tomatoes, zesty white onion, aromatic fresh cilantro, and a kick of heat from jalapeño pepper, this simple salsa is brought to life with a squeeze of lime juice and a touch of salt. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the perfect quick and healthy topping for tacos, burritos, grilled meats, or a crowd-pleasing dip for tortilla chips. With its balanced blend of tangy, spicy, and savory notes, this dish is a versatile staple that will elevate any meal!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium roma tomatoes
- 0.5 medium white onion
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 whole jalapeño pepper
- 1 whole lime
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Start by washing the roma tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeño pepper. Ensure all produce is clean and free of any debris.
Step 2
Dice the roma tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces. Make sure to remove any excess seeds to prevent the pico de gallo from becoming too watery.
Step 3
Peel and finely dice the half white onion. Aim for pieces similar in size to the diced tomatoes to ensure a consistent texture.
Step 4
Chop the fresh cilantro until you have about half a cup. You can roughly chop it to retain some texture or finely chop it based on your preference.
Step 5
Carefully handle the jalapeño pepper. Slice it in half and remove the seeds and membrane if you prefer less heat, or leave them in for more spiciness. Finely dice the jalapeño.
Step 6
Juice the lime into a small bowl. You will use about 2 tablespoons of lime juice, which usually comes from a medium lime.
Step 7
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
Step 8
Pour over the lime juice and add the salt.
Step 9
Gently stir all the ingredients together until well mixed and the juice is evenly distributed.
Step 10
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed.
Step 11
Let the pico de gallo sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve fresh as a topping for tacos, burritos, or simply with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (395g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 87.8 |
| Total Fat 0.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1200.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.1g | |
| Protein 3.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 67.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 816.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories